In the mandi rate roundup for 16 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Biaora APMC. This is one of several Garlic rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Biaora APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,100
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- 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.
This puts Garlic about 15.0% below the period average, and just 60.5% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Garlic.
A spread of ₹3,000 (11.5%) 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 Biaora APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹21,500, with the average around ₹9,999. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹15,350 | ₹4,350 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹12,100 | ₹2,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹15,050 | ₹1,100 | ₹8,850 |
| 14 Oct | ₹15,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹12,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹16,500 | ₹1,100 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹18,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹8,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹17,100 | ₹1,500 | ₹12,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹19,100 | ₹500 | ₹13,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹16,600 | ₹500 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹16,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹15,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹21,000 | ₹500 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹10,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹14,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹4,450 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹1,250 | ₹7,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹1,300 | ₹13,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹600 | ₹9,000 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Biaora APMC reported Garlic at this level on 16 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.