Going by the latest APMC figures for 12 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹16,500 per quintal in APMC Nagpur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹20,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹16,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Garlic about 0.0% above the period average, and just 17.5% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 3 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 4 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Thirupathur APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(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.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at APMC Nagpur APMC ranged between ₹6,000 and ₹20,000, with the average around ₹16,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹20,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹16,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Garlic, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: APMC Nagpur APMC reported Garlic at this level on 12 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.