Garlic Prices Break Records – A Steep ₹5,000 Per Quintal Surge in Just One Week, Consumers Reeling from Rising Costs

Farmers and consumers alike — have you noticed the sudden and dramatic rise in garlic prices lately? If not, this report might surprise you. In just one week, garlic prices in several mandis of Madhya Pradesh have surged by up to ₹5,000 per quintal — a remarkable jump that is being considered the sharpest price shift of the year so far.

While this sudden surge has brought smiles to the faces of garlic farmers, it has also added a bitter pinch to household budgets. Imagine — garlic, which was selling for just ₹1,000 to ₹3,000 per quintal a few days ago, has now crossed ₹8,000 to ₹10,000 in several mandis.

So, what caused this massive leap in garlic prices? Which mandis saw the highest spikes? Who gained the most, and where were prices stagnant or even declining? In this report, we break down today’s mandi prices, weekly comparisons, and price trends to help you understand the dynamics behind this surge and what lies ahead.

Mandi-wise Price Change: July 3 vs July 10, 2025:

Which Mandis Saw the Steepest Price Increases, and Who Benefited Most?

Data up to July 10, 2025 reveals an extraordinary rise in garlic prices across various mandis in Madhya Pradesh. In many cases, prices jumped by ₹2,000 to ₹5,000 per quintal within a single week. This sharp rise is largely attributed to strong demand, limited supply, and better-quality arrivals.

• The biggest spike was observed in Ratlam Mandi, where the price of desi garlic rose from ₹1,000 to ₹6,001 per quintal—a whopping ₹5,001 increase, making it the largest weekly gain across all mandis.
• Sehore Mandi followed with a dramatic surge from ₹3,000 to ₹7,200 per quintal, resulting in a ₹4,200 jump, offering farmers significant profits.
• Mandsaur, Badnagar, and Bhopal mandis also recorded strong gains ranging from ₹2,500 to ₹3,100, showing consistent high demand in these regions.
• In Neemuch, prices were already high, yet still climbed another ₹2,200, keeping it among the top high-price mandis in the state.
• The only notable exception was Agar Mandi, where garlic prices dipped slightly from ₹2,700 to ₹2,415 — a decline of ₹285, possibly due to increased supply or reduced quality.

Clearly, farmers with good-quality garlic who sold during this week have benefited the most. If the trend continues, both mandi rates and retail prices may climb further, leading to increased pressure on consumer budgets.

Suggestions for Farmers and Consumers:

• For Farmers: Those holding high-quality desi garlic can expect continued good prices in the coming weeks. This might be the right time to sell.
• For Consumers: Household budgets may face pressure, as retail garlic prices are expected to rise to ₹200–₹250 per kg, making it one of the costlier kitchen staples.

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