Have you recently noticed the soaring prices of garlic in the market? If yes, you’re not alone. Garlic prices have been climbing steeply across various districts in Uttar Pradesh between November 22, 2024, and November 29, 2024. This article delves into the reasons behind this surge, the price trends across districts, and its implications.
A comparative study of garlic prices in different districts of Uttar Pradesh reveals a significant increase in rates across all major markets. Here's a detailed breakdown.
| Market | Type | 22-11-2024 (₹/Quintal) | 29-11-2024 (₹/Quintal) | Increase (₹) |
| Faizabad | Local | 17,500 | 18,000 | 500 |
| Basti | Garlic | 18,550 | 20,000 | 1,450 |
| Kanpur (Grains) | Local | 18,500 | 19,300 | 800 |
| Bareilly | Garlic | 18,025 | 18,600 | 575 |
| Farrukhabad | Garlic | 19,700 | 20,800 | 1,100 |
| Balrampur | Garlic | 20,000 | 20,700 | 700 |
| Bahraich | Garlic | 20,000 | 20,700 | 700 |
| Etawah | Garlic | 18,000 | 18,500 | 500 |
| Auraiya | Local | 20,000 | 20,650 | 650 |
| Gorakhpur | Garlic | 18,500 | 20,000 | 1,500 |
| Pratapgarh | Garlic | 16,980 | 18,000 | 1,020 |
| Badaun | Garlic | 17,210 | 18,100 | 890 |
Market Highlights in Uttar Pradesh:
Farrukhabad: Steepest Price Hike: Garlic prices in Farrukhabad saw the steepest rise, from ₹19,700 to ₹20,800 per quintal, an increase of ₹1,100. This surge points to strong demand and limited supply in the region.
Read More... Latest garlic price today in Haryana
Basti and Gorakhpur: Major Gains: Basti recorded a jump of ₹1,450 per quintal, while Gorakhpur saw an increase of ₹1,500 per quintal. These districts are key trade hubs for garlic, where demand consistently outpaces supply.
Pratapgarh: Lowest Prices but Noticeable Increase: Pratapgarh registered the lowest garlic prices at ₹16,980 to ₹18,000 per quintal. However, even here, a significant rise of ₹1,020 was observed.
Conclusion: The sharp rise in garlic prices highlights the prevailing market conditions, characterized by supply chain constraints, growing demand, and other contributing factors. Addressing this issue requires collaborative efforts from the government and farmers to stabilize the market and prevent further inflation.
Read More... Garlic price today in Madhya Pradesh
