In today's crop-price rundown for 20 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Paliakala APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,900
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 24.7% 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
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 Aroor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,900 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 4 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 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 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹2,150 (31.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Paliakala APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,900, with the average around ₹2,326. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Paliakala APMC on 20 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.