From today's trading desk on 31 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,525 per quintal in Agar APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,525
- Lowest Price Today₹1,025
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,525
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 83.9% above the period average, sitting right at the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 31 Oct 2026, so you can see where Agar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹12,300 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹12,200 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 6 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹7,800 (108.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Onion prices at Agar APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹3,525, with the average around ₹1,917. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct | ₹3,525 | ₹1,025 | ₹3,525 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹1,634 | ₹3,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,222 | ₹1,250 | ₹2,222 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹500 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,331 | ₹1,331 | ₹1,331 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 22 Jun | ₹860 | ₹750 | ₹860 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Agar APMC on 31 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.