In today's crop-price rundown for 16 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹10,000 per quintal in Patiala APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Garlic markets.
01What Put Patiala APMC on Top Today
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₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Garlic)
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 41.4% above the period average and just 23.1% 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.
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 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Palanganatham(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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹3,000 (11.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Garlic fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Garlic prices at Patiala APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹7,071. 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 | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,700 | ₹8,700 | ₹9,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹6,100 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹5,700 | ₹7,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Garlic, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Garlic traded at this rate in Patiala APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.