Garlic farmers are witnessing a highly profitable market this season, with prices touching record highs in several mandis across the country. According to today’s mandi update, garlic prices have surged up to ₹18,500 per quintal in some markets, creating a golden opportunity for farmers holding premium-quality produce.
Latest report dated 18 May 2026 shows that garlic market prices are currently driven mainly by quality, grading, and market demand. Dry garlic with large cloves and bright appearance is receiving exceptionally strong demand. Major mandis in Rajasthan, especially Ramganjmandi and Khanpur, have recorded outstanding prices, while strong buying activity has also continued in Delhi and Punjab markets.
Let’s take a closer look at which mandis are offering the highest rates, where arrivals remain limited, and what strategy farmers should adopt to maximize profits in the current market situation.
| State | Mandi | Arrivals (Tonnes) | Variety | Min Price (₹/Quintal) | Max Price (₹/Quintal) |
| Delhi (NCT) | Azadpur Mandi Garlic Price | 104 | Garlic | 4,000 | 10,000 |
| Rajasthan | Bhadra Mandi Garlic Price | 0.1 | Average | 7,400 | 7,500 |
| Rajasthan | Chhabra Mandi Garlic Price | 120 | Desi | 4,000 | 13,750 |
| Rajasthan | Khanpur Mandi Garlic Price | 127.5 | Average | 4,000 | 18,400 |
| Rajasthan | Kota (F&V) Mandi Garlic Price | 7.9 | Other | 13,000 | 13,000 |
| Rajasthan | Pratapgarh Mandi Garlic Price | 6.5 | Other | 3,000 | 13,010 |
| Rajasthan | Ramganjmandi Mandi Garlic Price | 0.36 | Other | 5,752.50 | 18,502.50 |
| Rajasthan | Sri Ganganagar (F&V) Mandi Garlic Price | 2 | Garlic | 8,800 | 9,200 |
| Punjab | Banur Mandi Garlic Price | 0.1 | Other | 6,566 | 6,666 |
| Punjab | Bathinda Mandi Garlic Price | 14 | Average | 9,000 | 14,000 |
| Punjab | Chamkaur Sahib Mandi Garlic Price | 1.4 | Average | 7,900 | 8,000 |
| Punjab | Khanna Mandi Garlic Price | 0.4 | Other | 3,900 | 4,000 |
| Punjab | Ludhiana Mandi Garlic Price | 3 | Other | 3,000 | 5,000 |
| Punjab | Muktsar Mandi Garlic Price | 0.25 | Garlic | 3,000 | 6,000 |
| Punjab | Patiala Mandi Garlic Price | 1.8 | Garlic | 4,900 | 5,500 |
| Punjab | Patti Mandi Garlic Price | 0.19 | Other | 2,100 | 2,200 |
| Punjab | Sultanpur Mandi Garlic Price | 0.1 | Other | 5,900 | 6,000 |
The garlic market remained highly active today, especially for premium-quality produce. Despite heavy arrivals in several mandis, dry garlic with large cloves continued to attract strong prices.
Khanpur APMC recorded the highest arrivals at 127.5 tonnes, followed by Chhabra APMC with 120 tonnes and Azadpur APMC in Delhi with 104 tonnes. Even with large supply volumes, prices remained firm due to strong demand for superior-quality garlic.
The highest price of the day was recorded at Ramganjmandi APMC, where garlic sold for up to ₹18,502 per quintal. Khanpur mandi also witnessed excellent prices touching ₹18,400 per quintal. In Punjab, Bathinda APMC recorded prices up to ₹14,000, while Chhabra mandi reached ₹13,750. Kota (F&V) mandi maintained a steady rate of ₹13,000, reflecting continued market strength.
On the other hand, lower-quality garlic and smaller-sized produce fetched significantly weaker prices. Patti APMC recorded the lowest rate at ₹2,100 per quintal. Ludhiana, Muktsar, and Pratapgarh mandis also saw sales starting from around ₹3,000. In Delhi’s Azadpur mandi, prices ranged widely between ₹4,000 and ₹10,000 depending on quality and grading.
Overall, the market trend clearly shows that dry, clean, and large-sized garlic is receiving premium prices, while average-quality produce continues to trade at lower levels.
Important Advice for Farmers:
Farmers are advised to properly grade and separate premium-quality garlic before selling, as well-graded produce is fetching prices above ₹15,000 per quintal in several mandis.
Those who have storage facilities may avoid immediate selling, as the market still appears bullish and further improvement in prices is possible. Farmers should closely monitor major Rajasthan mandis such as Ramganjmandi, Khanpur, and Chhabra, where trading activity remains very strong.
Special attention should also be given to cleaning, sorting, and packaging, since well-presented produce is attracting significantly better market prices.
FAQs:
1. What is the highest garlic price today?
The highest garlic price today was recorded at Ramganjmandi Mandi in Rajasthan at ₹18,502 per quintal.
2. Which mandi recorded the highest garlic arrivals?
Khanpur APMC recorded the highest garlic arrivals with 127.5 tonnes.
3. Why are garlic prices increasing?
Garlic prices are rising because of strong demand for premium-quality dry garlic with large cloves and limited availability of superior stock.
4. Which states are seeing strong garlic prices?
Rajasthan, Delhi, and Punjab are currently witnessing strong garlic market prices.
5. What advice has Khetivyapar given to garlic farmers?
Khetivyapar advises farmers to clean, sort, and properly grade garlic before selling and consider storage if possible, as the market trend remains bullish.
