Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in SMY Santoshgarh APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put SMY Santoshgarh APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 12.3% below the period average and just 23.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
At ₹3,000 (11.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at SMY Santoshgarh APMC ranged between ₹10,000 and ₹15,000, with the average around ₹13,115. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹14,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
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
The headline Garlic rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 19 Oct 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in SMY Santoshgarh APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.