In the latest market update for 16 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹13,000 per quintal in Jalalabad APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Garlic Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹13,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 19.6% above the period average, sitting just 10.3% 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
The table below lines up Garlic rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Jalalabad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Mettur(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 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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Jalalabad APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹14,500, with the average around ₹10,869. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹14,500 | ₹14,500 | ₹14,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 | ₹13,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 | ₹12,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Garlic yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Garlic rate at Jalalabad APMC on 16 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.