Turning to the 23 Oct 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Manasa APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,430
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 28.9% above the period average, and just 5.6% 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 23 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
At ₹6,750 (93.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Onion prices at Manasa APMC ranged between ₹953 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹2,638. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹2,430 | ₹3,400 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹1,620 | ₹3,300 |
| 21 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹2,120 | ₹3,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,253 | ₹953 | ₹2,253 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,081 | ₹1,899 | ₹3,081 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,099 | ₹2,180 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,670 | ₹2,281 | ₹2,670 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,301 | ₹2,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,881 | ₹1,881 | ₹1,881 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Manasa APMC reported Onion at this level on 23 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.