Based on what the markets reported on 16 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Gauribidanur APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Gauribidanur APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 43.6% above the period average — just 4.4% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Gauribidanur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹5,000 (71.4%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Gauribidanur APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,995. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Gauribidanur APMC logged this Onion rate on 16 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.