Reading today's price tape for 21 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in PMY Kather Solan APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Garlic is about 4.3% above the period average — just 36.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
That ₹3,000 (11.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at PMY Kather Solan APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹13,417. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹21,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹20,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹16,000 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Going to the top Garlic market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Garlic changed hands at this rate in PMY Kather Solan APMC on 21 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.