As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Oct 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹6,450 per quintal in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Green Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion Green rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion Green about 6.4% above the period average, and just 28.3% 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 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 6 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 8 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,200 |
| 9 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 10 Tiruthani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 11 Cuddalore(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.
A spread of ₹1,200 (12.2%) 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 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹6,063. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,350 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,450 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,300 | ₹7,350 |
| 11 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,750 |
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
Before carting Onion Green to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Onion Green at this level on 17 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.