In the price report dated 18 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Paliakala APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹2,900
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 25.3% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Paliakala APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 9 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,450 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹550 (8.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Paliakala APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,900, with the average around ₹2,315. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,757 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,869 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,835 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,853 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
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
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Paliakala APMC on 18 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.