In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹25,600 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹25,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹25,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Garlic is about 19.8% above the period average — just 5.2% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Palakkad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
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 ₹21,366. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Palakkad 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.