Based on what the markets reported on 17 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Agar APMC. This is one of several Garlic rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Garlic is about 9.2% above the period average, sitting just 63.8% 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
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Thiruchengodu RM APMC | ₹26,750 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(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.
At ₹3,000 (11.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Agar APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹16,001, with the average around ₹5,312. 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 | ₹10,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹5,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,401 | ₹500 | ₹5,601 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹1,101 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹16,001 | ₹1,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹500 | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹15,151 | ₹1,501 | ₹4,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,140 | ₹1,200 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹11,800 | ₹500 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,790 | ₹1,310 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,450 | ₹1,001 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹790 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹14,100 | ₹501 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹950 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,090 | ₹500 | ₹6,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹2,001 | ₹4,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹2,202 | ₹7,501 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,300 | ₹501 | ₹7,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹10,010 | ₹2,001 | ₹5,400 |
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
Selling Garlic well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Agar APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.