Checking the day's mandi numbers for 23 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in Sitamau APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 3.1% above the period average — just 22.2% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
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.
That ₹6,750 (93.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Onion prices at Sitamau APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,240, with the average around ₹3,200. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹200 | ₹3,300 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,510 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹3,480 | ₹200 | ₹3,060 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,880 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,190 | ₹900 | ₹3,190 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹100 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,010 | ₹210 | ₹2,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,010 | ₹200 | ₹4,010 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,240 | ₹1,210 | ₹4,240 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Sitamau APMC on 23 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.