Going by the latest APMC figures for 19 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹13,500 per quintal in Kathua (F&V) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Kathua (F&V) 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₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Garlic about 1.7% above the period average, and just 38.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kathua (F&V) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Kathua (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹13,280. 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 | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹16,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹17,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kathua (F&V) APMC reported Garlic at this level on 19 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.