With the 19 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Garlic was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. See where this sits in the day's Garlic range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Garlic Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityGarlic (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Garlic about 12.4% above the period average, and just 41.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Garlic rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,000 |
| 2 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 5 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,000 |
| 6 Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 7 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 8 Thathakapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 9 Elampillai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,500 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹26,000 |
| 12 Thirupathur RM 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Garlic prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹6,227. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹11,077 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,009 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,040 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,085 |
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 headline Garlic rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Varanasi APMC reported Garlic at this level on 19 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.