In the latest market update for 12 Oct 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹9,300 per quintal in Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion Green yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
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₹10,600
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion Green is about 47.2% above the period average, sitting just 12.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion Green.
At ₹1,500 (15.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion Green matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion Green prices at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹4,500 and ₹10,600, with the average around ₹6,317. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹10,600 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹10,600 | ₹7,500 | ₹9,050 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,650 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,650 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,650 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,550 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,350 |
| 04 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,650 |
| 03 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,650 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,800 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion Green stood at Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 12 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.