In the latest market update for 12 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹16,000 per quintal in Kollengode Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Kollengode Market APMC on Top Today
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₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹14,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,000
- 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.
Right now Garlic is about 8.8% below the period average — just 33.3% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Kollengode Market APMC ranged between ₹12,000 and ₹24,000, with the average around ₹17,547. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹21,000 | ₹17,000 | ₹19,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹20,000 | ₹16,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹19,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹17,000 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Garlic yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kollengode Market APMC logged this Garlic rate on 12 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.