As the 21 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹4,088 per quintal in Kurnool APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,088
- Lowest Price Today₹767
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,088
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 22.1% above the period average, and just 20.6% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,400 |
| 2 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
The ₹3,900 (60.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kurnool APMC ranged between ₹407 and ₹5,150, with the average around ₹3,348. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹4,088 | ₹767 | ₹4,088 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,207 | ₹407 | ₹3,791 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,189 | ₹609 | ₹3,681 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,324 | ₹642 | ₹3,691 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,151 | ₹629 | ₹3,569 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,015 | ₹829 | ₹3,391 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,819 | ₹786 | ₹3,329 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,565 | ₹909 | ₹3,925 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,630 | ₹601 | ₹3,830 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,429 | ₹1,027 | ₹3,641 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,825 | ₹1,367 | ₹3,459 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,680 | ₹906 | ₹3,686 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,629 | ₹2,519 | ₹4,585 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,935 | ₹2,665 | ₹4,333 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,913 | ₹2,167 | ₹4,329 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,925 | ₹1,359 | ₹4,660 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,511 | ₹1,505 | ₹3,839 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,555 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,689 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,611 | ₹1,467 | ₹3,891 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,150 | ₹1,767 | ₹4,189 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kurnool APMC reported Onion at this level on 21 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.