Reading today's price tape for 16 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹22,000 per quintal in North Paravur Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
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₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹22,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Garlic is about 12.3% above the period average — just 12.0% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(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 Namakkal(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.
The ₹3,000 (11.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at North Paravur Market APMC ranged between ₹9,000 and ₹25,000, with the average around ₹19,586. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹23,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹23,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,500 | ₹23,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹25,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹22,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Garlic, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, North Paravur Market APMC logged this Garlic rate on 16 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.