With the 17 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Gurdaspur APMC stood at the front of the pack for Garlic, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,750 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,750
- Lowest Price Today₹7,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,750
- Reporting Mandis1
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
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 3.7% below the period average and just 35.4% 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.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Gurdaspur APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹8,048. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,750 | ₹7,750 | ₹7,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,850 | ₹7,850 | ₹7,850 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 | ₹8,150 |
| 29 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 01 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 26 Jun | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Garlic today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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 17 Aug 2026, Gurdaspur APMC set the pace for Garlic. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.