In the mandi rate roundup for 19 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹25,600 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹25,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹25,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Garlic about 19.5% above the period average, and just 5.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 19 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 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Thammampatti (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.
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 ₹21,417. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 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 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Garlic today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
The takeaway: Palakkad Market APMC reported Garlic at this level on 19 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.