Turning to the 16 Oct 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Kailaras APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 27.6% above the period average, and just 25.0% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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 ₹5,250 (77.8%) 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 Kailaras APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,351. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
The takeaway: Kailaras APMC reported Onion at this level on 16 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.