With the 30 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Garlic was quoted at ₹8,500 per quintal in Malerkotla APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Average)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 13.6% above the period average and just 29.2% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 30 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,500 |
| 2 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 6 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Natrampalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 10 Thirupathur RM APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 ₹3,500 (13.5%) 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 Malerkotla APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹7,485. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,700 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹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
The day's best Garlic rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Net-net, Malerkotla APMC posted this Garlic rate on 30 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.