Here's the 19 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in APMC Sakri APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹4,350
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 4.6% below the period average, sitting just 25.0% short of 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,549 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,000 (75.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at APMC Sakri APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹4,087. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹4,350 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,900 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,455 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,085 | ₹4,085 | ₹4,085 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,560 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,625 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,345 | ₹3,400 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,450 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹1,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,610 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,710 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,400 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at APMC Sakri APMC on 19 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.