Reading today's price tape for 21 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,237 per quintal in Thanabhawan APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,300
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,237
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 49.0% above the period average, sitting just 1.9% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Thanabhawan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Neemuch(F&V) APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹1,100 (16.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Thanabhawan APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹3,300, with the average around ₹2,173. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,237 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,796 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Thanabhawan APMC on 21 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.