In today's crop-price rundown for 29 Oct 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹10,500 per quintal in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion Green markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Green Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹11,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion Green about 30.7% above the period average, and just 12.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion Green rates across active mandis for 29 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 3 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹14,500 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹14,000 |
| 5 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 6 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 8 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 10 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,500 |
| 11 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,250 |
| 12 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹13,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,000 (15.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion Green prices at Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹8,036. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | ₹11,500 | ₹10,500 | ₹11,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 24 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 23 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 22 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 21 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,100 |
| 20 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,100 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,100 |
| 18 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹8,800 | ₹9,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion Green yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Onion Green at this level on 29 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.