With the 26 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Garlic was quoted at ₹25,600 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹26,000
- Lowest Price Today₹25,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹25,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 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 18.2% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹31,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,500 |
| 3 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Thirupathur RM 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.
A spread of ₹5,000 (19.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹13,000 and ₹27,000, with the average around ₹21,663. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Oct | ₹27,000 | ₹26,000 | ₹26,600 |
| 26 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 24 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 23 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 22 Oct | ₹26,000 | ₹25,000 | ₹25,600 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Garlic to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 26 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.