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July 23, 2025 – Garlic Prices Swing Wildly: ₹11,000 in Pune,...

July 23, 2025 – Garlic Prices Swing Wildly: ₹11,000 in Pune, But as Low as ₹1400 Elsewhere – Should Farmers Sell Now?

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Garlic farmers across the country were left puzzled today as mandi prices showed extreme fluctuations. The latest mandi data reveals that garlic prices in Pune (Maharashtra) soared to ₹11,000 per quintal, marking the highest price this season. At the same time, some centers such as Bhopal in Madhya Pradesh saw prices dip to as low as ₹1400, underlining just how unbalanced the garlic market is right now.

This sharp price disparity highlights not just supply-demand mismatch but also the impact of local arrivals and quality variations. If you're a garlic farmer planning to sell your crop or a trader trying to time the market, this detailed mandi-wise report will help you make an informed decision.

Mandi-wise Garlic Prices on July 23, 2025:

State	Mandi	Arrivals (tons)	Variety	Min Price (₹/quintal)	Max Price (₹/quintal)
Madhya Pradesh	Bhopal	2.47	Garlic	₹ 1,400	₹ 6,100
	Biaora	0.34	Garlic	₹ 3,000	₹ 4,820
	Jaora	3.48	Garlic	₹ 6,179	₹ 7,400
	Shajapur	0.1	Garlic	₹ 5,200	₹ 5,275
Maharashtra	Pune	89.8	Other	₹ 3,000	₹ 11,000
	Sangli (Veg/Fruit)	12	Other	₹ 4,000	₹ 9,000
Rajasthan	Jaipur (Veg)	28.7	Average	₹ 2,500	₹ 7,500
	Jodhpur (Veg)	25.5	Other	₹ 3,000	₹ 6,500
	Kota	722.5	Average	₹ 4,775	₹ 7,625
	Sri Ganganagar (Veg)	35	Garlic	₹ 7,600	₹ 8,000

Where Prices Surged and Where They Dropped:

Top Performer: Pune topped the charts with a maximum rate of ₹11,000/quintal, making it the highest price in India today.
Other Highs: Sangli also recorded strong prices at ₹9000. In Rajasthan, Sri Ganganagar touched ₹8000, while Kota despite massive arrivals of 722 tons maintained a solid price of ₹7625.
Lowest Rates: Bhopal saw the day’s lowest rate at just ₹1400/quintal. Other mandis like Biaora and Jaipur also showed mid-range to lower prices.
Mixed Trends: Madhya Pradesh showed a mixed trend with some mandis like Jaora offering high prices (₹7400), and others like Bhopal seeing steep declines.

Why the Big Price Gap in Garlic Today?

Local Supply Variations: High arrivals in Kota kept prices from skyrocketing despite demand.
Quality & Variety Impact: Premium-grade garlic is fetching premium prices, especially in markets like Pune and Jaora.
Regional Demand Differences: Consumption-heavy urban centers like Pune and Sangli showed stronger demand, pushing rates up.

What Should Farmers Do?

If Your Local Rates Are ₹6000–₹8000 or Higher: This is a good time to sell for profit.
If Rates Are Between ₹2000–₹4000: Consider storage if your infrastructure allows. Prices may recover post-monsoon.
Compare Local Markets: Always compare 2–3 nearby mandi prices before deciding where to sell.
Focus on Quality: Higher-grade garlic is clearly earning much better returns grade your produce before sending it to market.