As fresh arrivals settled on 22 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Gauribidanur APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 39.5% above the period average and just 14.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹4,850 (71.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Gauribidanur APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,083. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,300 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,300 |
| 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 |
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 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 is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Gauribidanur APMC posted this Onion rate on 22 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.