As fresh arrivals settled on 12 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹17,000 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Garlic today.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 13.4% above the period average and just 29.2% 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 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thirupathur 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹14,992. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹17,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹15,000 |
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
Selling Garlic well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Shimoga APMC posted this Garlic rate on 12 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.