As the 28 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Garlic was quoted at ₹24,000 per quintal in Chavakkad Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Chavakkad Market APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Garlic arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹24,000
- Lowest Price Today₹20,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹24,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 5.1% above the period average and just 7.7% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹35,000 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹31,000 |
| 3 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹30,500 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Thammampatti (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.
A spread of ₹9,000 (34.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Chavakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹14,000 and ₹26,000, with the average around ₹22,844. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹20,500 | ₹22,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹21,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹22,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹14,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹24,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹26,000 | ₹22,000 | ₹26,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹18,000 | ₹20,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹24,000 | ₹20,000 | ₹24,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹22,500 | ₹21,000 | ₹22,500 |
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
The day's best Garlic rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chavakkad Market APMC posted this Garlic rate on 28 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.