Based on what the markets reported on 17 Oct 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹10,200 per quintal in Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹10,800
- Lowest Price Today₹9,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion Green is about 30.9% above the period average — just 15.0% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 7 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 9 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 12 Palayamkottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,800 |
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.
At ₹1,200 (12.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion Green matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion Green prices at Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,800 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹7,790. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹10,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹10,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹10,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹10,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹10,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹10,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹10,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹10,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹9,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹9,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,800 | ₹11,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹10,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹10,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
| 13 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,600 |
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
The headline Onion Green rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Onion Green rate on 17 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.