Here's the 16 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Garlic was quoted at ₹14,000 per quintal in APMC Akola APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Garlic today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹18,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹14,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 8.4% below the period average, sitting just 36.4% 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 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 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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 APMC Akola APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹22,000, with the average around ₹15,286. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹19,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹18,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹19,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹18,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹16,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹16,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹22,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹15,000 |
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
Farmers comparing Garlic rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at APMC Akola APMC on 16 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.