Based on what the markets reported on 16 Oct 2026, Garlic was quoted at ₹17,600 per quintal in Kota (F&V) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Garlic today.
01What Put Kota (F&V) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹17,600
- Lowest Price Today₹17,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹17,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Garlic is about 19.4% above the period average, sitting just 2.8% 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
This table ranks Garlic rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Palanganatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 KKNagar(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.
At ₹3,000 (11.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Garlic matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Garlic prices at Kota (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹11,000 and ₹18,100, with the average around ₹14,743. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹17,600 | ₹17,600 | ₹17,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 | ₹17,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 | ₹16,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹18,100 | ₹18,100 | ₹18,100 |
| 12 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹14,800 | ₹14,800 | ₹14,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹17,700 | ₹17,700 | ₹17,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹14,300 | ₹14,300 | ₹14,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹13,700 | ₹13,700 | ₹13,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 | ₹14,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 | ₹15,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹13,800 | ₹13,800 | ₹13,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹12,200 | ₹12,200 | ₹12,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹17,200 | ₹17,200 | ₹17,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹13,100 | ₹13,100 | ₹13,100 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Garlic stood at Kota (F&V) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.