Garlic Market Stays Steady Despite Rising Arrivals: Rajkot-Gondal Focus & Global Outlook

The garlic market is once again demonstrating its resilience as fresh arrivals continue to make their way into major trading centers such as Rajkot and Gondal. Despite a moderate uptick in supply, with notable increases in arrivals, prices held steady across Saurashtra, underlining the market’s ability to absorb mild surges without significant volatility. Medium-quality garlic continues to command robust pricing in Rajkot, while premium lots fetch a deserved premium. These price patterns reflect stable demand from both domestic buyers and international traders, who have not yet shown signs of fatigue despite the ongoing post-holiday lull.

Across the wider region, traders note that expectations for post-Navratri arrivals are high, but barring any dramatic changes in supply or a sudden contraction in demand, the market sentiment is for stability. Meanwhile, international prices offer further context; Indian organic garlic powder and fresh Egyptian garlic remain competitive, supported by strong baseline demand in both local and export channels. With weather patterns in key growing regions generally supportive and no major threats on the immediate horizon, market participants can expect continued steadiness into the short-term.

📈 Prices: Latest Garlic Market Quotes

Market/Origin	Type/Quality	Price Range	Currency	Weekly Change	Sentiment
Rajkot (IN)	Medium Quality	45–48	USD/quintal	0%	Steady
Rajkot (IN)	Premium Quality	50–54	USD/quintal	0%	Steady
Rajkot (IN)	Low Grade	30–35	USD/quintal	0%	Steady
Gondal (IN)	Average	40–44	USD/quintal	0%	Steady
Jamnagar (IN)	Top Quality	40	USD/quintal	0%	Soft
Global Export (IN)	Organic Powder	6.63	EUR/kg	0%	Steady
Global Export (EG)	Fresh	1.00	EUR/kg	0%	Soft

🌍 Supply & Demand

• Rajkot Arrivals: 1,500 quintals, easily absorbed.
• Gondal Arrivals: 3,000 quintals, steady demand matched increased supply.
• Saurashtra Region: Moderate arrivals but stable pricing; market remains well-balanced.
• International Markets: FOB prices out of India for organic garlic powder and Egypt for fresh garlic are unchanged; signals healthy export demand and limited supply shocks.

📊 Fundamentals

• Recent Trends: No major price movement despite higher arrivals; supply chain functioning smoothly.
• Navratri Effect: Expecting an uptick in arrivals after festival, but with stable off-take, prices should remain contained.
• Stock Levels: Local inventories are adequate; exporters reporting consistent overseas inquiries.

🌦️ Weather Outlook & Crop Impact

• Western India (Rajkot, Gondal, Saurashtra): Current weather is stable; minor rain activity, but not threatening to harvest or post-harvest garlic. No major pest or disease outbreaks reported.
• Egypt: Warming trend, no excessive rains; supports consistent quality and arrival for fresh exported garlic.

🌏 Global Production & Stock Comparison

• India: Remains primary global supplier of both fresh and processed garlic; active at current price points.
• Egypt: Strong competitor for fresh garlic in global markets with consistently attractive pricing.
• China: Dominates global production but no unusual export pressure currently noted.

📆 Trading Outlook & Recommendations

• 📦 Buyers: Source as per requirement; prices likely to remain stable in the near term. Monitor for any abrupt post-festival supply increases.
• 📦 Sellers: Consider locking in volumes before post-Navratri arrivals if storage is limited.
• 🔍 Exporters: FOB prices competitive, Indian powder remains premium; leverage India/Egypt price differential.
• 📈 Speculators: Low volatility expected unless weather or supply disruptions materialize.

Exchange/Market	1-Day Forecast	2-Day Forecast	3-Day Forecast	Currency
Rajkot	$46–$48	$46–$48	$46–$47	USD/quintal
Gondal	$41–$44	$41–$44	$41–$44	USD/quintal
Global FOB (IN, powder)	€6.63	€6.63	€6.63	EUR/kg
Global FOB (EG, fresh)	€1.00	€1.00	€1.00	EUR/kg