Turning to the 16 Oct 2026 APMC board, Garlic was quoted at ₹11,700 per quintal in Shujalpur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Garlic today.
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₹20,002
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Desi)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 20.1% above the period average and just 44.0% 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
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.
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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Shujalpur APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹20,900, with the average around ₹9,745. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹15,265 | ₹700 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹20,002 | ₹500 | ₹11,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹17,900 | ₹500 | ₹11,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹17,502 | ₹1,100 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹17,000 | ₹500 | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹16,900 | ₹700 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹15,700 | ₹500 | ₹10,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹14,950 | ₹500 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹15,101 | ₹500 | ₹10,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹16,411 | ₹500 | ₹7,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹19,400 | ₹500 | ₹7,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹14,850 | ₹500 | ₹7,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹14,260 | ₹500 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹16,800 | ₹1,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹14,180 | ₹2,200 | ₹6,950 |
| 08 Sep | ₹16,005 | ₹1,500 | ₹13,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹11,501 | ₹5,700 | ₹11,501 |
| 05 Sep | ₹14,870 | ₹3,050 | ₹12,602 |
| 03 Sep | ₹15,520 | ₹1,101 | ₹11,000 |
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
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in Shujalpur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.