In the latest market update for 22 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,250 per quintal in Chandabali APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
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₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 33.4% above the period average, sitting just 12.4% 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 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,400 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Neemuch(F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Anna nagar(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.
At ₹3,650 (54.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chandabali APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,850, with the average around ₹3,187. 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 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,260 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,260 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,380 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,250 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,050 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,740 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,720 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,530 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,380 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,050 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,050 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,740 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,550 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,260 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,530 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,240 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,550 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,280 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,850 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,260 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,550 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,050 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,270 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Chandabali APMC on 22 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.