Reading today's price tape for 20 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Hindol APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Hindol APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 16.8% above 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 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kayamkulam Market APMC Leader | ₹8,800 |
| 2 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 APMC Kamthi APMC | ₹6,650 |
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 ₹2,150 (32.3%), 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Hindol APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,852. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Hindol APMC on 20 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.