Looking at how the yards traded on 15 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹25,600 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹25,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹25,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Garlic is about 20.4% above the period average, sitting just 5.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹28,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(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 ₹2,000 (7.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹21,262. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹25,500 | ₹26,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹25,500 | ₹26,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹25,500 | ₹26,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹25,500 | ₹26,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹27,000 | ₹25,500 | ₹26,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Garlic, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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 sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Palakkad Market APMC on 15 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.