In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Oct 2026, Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion Green, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,500 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Onion Green leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Green Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion Green is about 49.5% above the period average — just 3.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion Green rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 8 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 11 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹2,100 (20.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion Green prices at Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹8,364. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
Going to the top Onion Green market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion Green found its strongest bid at Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.