Garlic prices have jumped 40 per cent in three months, on reports of lower production and robust seasonal demand. Data compiled by the government-owned National Horticulture Board showed a price of Rs 82 a kg in wholesale markets here on Thursday, as compared to Rs 59 a kg in September. In retail markets here, it was Rs 147 a kg on Thursday as compared to Rs 100 a kg in September. Retail demand for garlic rises in winter season, for use as a vegetable additive and direct consumption. And prices have risen again!!
