As the 20 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹5,600 per quintal in Ettumanoor Market APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Ettumanoor Market APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
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.
Today's rate is about 20.5% above the period average and just 44.0% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ettumanoor Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹9,400 |
| 2 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 8 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM 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.
A spread of ₹2,650 (39.3%) 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 Ettumanoor Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹4,646. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Ettumanoor Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.