Turning to the 21 Oct 2026 APMC board, Garlic was quoted at ₹11,500 per quintal in Sirhind APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Garlic arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹15,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Garlic rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Garlic about 2.6% below the period average, and just 30.3% 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 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 3 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 4 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 5 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 7 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 9 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Thirupathur RM 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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (11.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Sirhind APMC ranged between ₹7,000 and ₹16,500, with the average around ₹11,803. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹14,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹14,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹13,500 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹10,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹13,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹15,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹15,700 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹13,500 | ₹9,500 | ₹11,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹11,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹15,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹15,500 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹14,500 | ₹13,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹16,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹14,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹14,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹16,200 | ₹14,000 | ₹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
Before carting Garlic to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Garlic was priced at this level in Sirhind APMC on 21 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.