Here's the 18 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Mukkom Market APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Mukkom Market APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 37.2% above the period average — just 13.3% 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 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Mukkom Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 8 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,450 |
| 11 Thammampatti (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Pennagaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
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.
At ₹750 (12.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Mukkom Market APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,790. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Mukkom Market APMC on 18 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.