As fresh arrivals settled on 16 Oct 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹8,750 per quintal in Ponnamaravathi(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
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion Green rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 16.8% above the period average and just 12.5% 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
Here's how Onion Green rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,900 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 7 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 8 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 10 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 11 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 12 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹1,000 (10.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion Green prices at Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹7,494. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,750 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion Green today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Onion Green traded at this rate in Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.