In the day's wholesale-price digest for 22 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹18,500 per quintal in Manjeri Market APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Garlic arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,550
- Lowest Price Today₹18,450
- Average (Modal) Price₹18,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
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.
Right now Garlic is about 2.4% below the period average — just 7.7% 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 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹27,500 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹1,500 (5.8%), 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 Manjeri Market APMC ranged between ₹4 and ₹20,050, with the average around ₹18,960. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹18,550 | ₹18,450 | ₹18,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹18,558 | ₹18,450 | ₹18,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹18,550 | ₹18,450 | ₹18,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹18,550 | ₹18,450 | ₹18,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹18,550 | ₹18,450 | ₹18,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹18,550 | ₹18,450 | ₹18,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹17,550 | ₹17,450 | ₹17,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹17,550 | ₹17,450 | ₹17,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹17,550 | ₹17,450 | ₹17,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹20,050 | ₹19,950 | ₹20,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,050 | ₹19,950 | ₹20,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹20,050 | ₹19,950 | ₹20,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹18,050 | ₹17,950 | ₹18,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹19,050 | ₹18,950 | ₹19,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹19,050 | ₹18,950 | ₹19,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹19,050 | ₹18,950 | ₹19,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹19,050 | ₹18,950 | ₹19,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹18,550 | ₹18,000 | ₹18,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹18,550 | ₹18,450 | ₹18,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹20,050 | ₹19,950 | ₹20,000 |
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
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Manjeri Market APMC logged this Garlic rate on 22 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.