In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Sitamau APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Garlic markets.
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₹14,520
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
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 13.3% above the period average, sitting just 59.6% 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 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thirupathur APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Sitamau APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹16,100, with the average around ₹5,738. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹14,520 | ₹2,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,100 | ₹1,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹15,210 | ₹3,400 | ₹6,610 |
| 18 Sep | ₹12,140 | ₹3,200 | ₹6,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹7,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹4,970 | ₹6,530 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,520 | ₹2,100 | ₹5,710 |
| 09 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹7,500 |
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
For Garlic, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Sitamau APMC on 12 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.