Going by the latest APMC figures for 28 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹12,700 per quintal in Ashta APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Garlic today.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,700
- Lowest Price Today₹9,020
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 30.4% above the period average and just 13.0% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 28 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Namakkal(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.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Ashta APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹14,600, with the average around ₹9,738. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹12,700 | ₹9,020 | ₹12,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹8,888 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,888 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,780 | ₹5,677 | ₹7,780 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,210 | ₹3,510 | ₹5,210 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,688 | ₹4,500 | ₹7,688 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,888 | ₹3,470 | ₹7,888 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹6,300 | ₹9,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹14,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹11,900 |
| 20 Aug | ₹14,600 | ₹7,310 | ₹10,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹13,310 | ₹5,000 | ₹10,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹10,920 | ₹2,600 | ₹10,920 |
| 23 Jul | ₹13,700 | ₹4,680 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹12,960 | ₹4,440 | ₹7,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹14,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹14,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹14,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹11,010 |
| 13 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹13,400 | ₹3,800 | ₹7,400 |
| 29 Jun | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 | ₹9,300 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Ashta 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.