Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Vikasnagar APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What Put Vikasnagar APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 19.8% above the period average — just 45.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Vikasnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹5,000 (71.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹1,836. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹900 | ₹2,500 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Vikasnagar APMC logged this Onion rate on 16 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.