Reading today's price tape for 20 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Punalur Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Punalur Market APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 10.6% above the period average, sitting just 23.6% 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 rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹6,250 (92.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Punalur Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,798. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
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
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 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
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Punalur Market APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.