Across the reporting yards on 16 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,100 per quintal in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 19.4% above the period average and just 12.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
The ₹6,000 (85.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,111. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,650 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,650 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.