With the 15 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹6,200 per quintal in Chelakkara Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Chelakkara Market APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 37.8% above the period average and just 17.3% 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 15 Oct 2026, so you can see where Chelakkara Market 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 Chala Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Khunthabandha APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chelakkara Market APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹4,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chelakkara Market APMC posted this Onion rate on 15 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.