Garlic is an integral part of Indian cuisine, renowned not only for its health benefits but also for its significant role in Indian spices. Today, garlic farming and its prices have become a major concern for both farmers and traders. In this article, we will discuss the current garlic prices in key markets of Rajasthan and Uttar Pradesh on 6 December 2024.
Shri Ganganagar (Fruit and Vegetable Market): On 6 December 2024, the garlic arrival in the Shri Ganganagar market was recorded at 25 tons. The prices in this market remained stable and balanced. The minimum price was ₹27,800 per quintal, the maximum price was ₹28,200 per quintal, and the average price stood at ₹28,000 per quintal. Farmers received the highest prices for better quality garlic in this market.
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Suratgarh mandi: The arrival of garlic in the Suratgarh market was recorded at just 0.1 tons, which was very low compared to other markets. The minimum price of garlic was ₹21,000 per quintal, the maximum was ₹28,000 per quintal, and the average price was ₹26,000 per quintal. Due to the low arrival, price fluctuations were observed. This market could be challenging for small farmers, as lower-quality garlic did not fetch good prices.
Gulawati Market: Uttar Pradesh’s Gulawati market, 0.1 tons of desi garlic arrived on this day. The minimum price for desi garlic was ₹12,000 per quintal, the maximum was ₹13,000 per quintal, and the average price was ₹12,500 per quintal. The quality of garlic in this market was average, and the prices were relatively lower compared to other markets. Traders suggest that if the arrival increases, prices may fall further.
Kairana Market: The total garlic arrival in Kairana market was recorded at 0.4 tons. The minimum price was ₹5,900 per quintal, the maximum was ₹6,000 per quintal, and the average price stood at ₹5,950 per quintal. This market is more suitable for small farmers due to stable prices. However, average-quality garlic did not fetch good prices here.
Khair Market: Khair market, the garlic arrival was 1 ton. The minimum price was ₹20,000 per quintal, the maximum was ₹24,000 per quintal, and the average price was ₹22,000 per quintal. Prices for garlic in this market were satisfactory. High-quality garlic fetched higher prices, proving profitable for farmers.
Conclusion: The garlic prices on 6 December 2024 in major markets reveal that factors such as quality, demand, and supply play a significant role in determining prices. Markets in Rajasthan have proven to be more stable and profitable compared to those in Uttar Pradesh. This information can be valuable for farmers and traders in planning and optimizing their businesses.
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