Across the reporting yards on 12 Oct 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹9,000 per quintal in Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Green Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 21.4% above the period average and just 10.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion Green rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,500 |
| 2 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 8 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,100 |
| 9 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Thirukalukundram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Vellore APMC | ₹10,000 |
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 ₹1,500 (15.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion Green prices at Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,411. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion Green, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Onion Green rate on 12 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.