As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Kukshi(F&V) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 27.7% above the period average, and just 44.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kukshi(F&V) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aralamoodu Market APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 3 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 4 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,549 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹5,200 (76.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kukshi(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹1,958. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹1,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,800 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Kukshi(F&V) APMC on 19 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.