In the latest market update for 30 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,384 per quintal in Kurnool APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,359
- Lowest Price Today₹782
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,384
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 0.3% above the period average — just 34.3% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 30 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹13,600 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹12,300 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
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.
A spread of ₹6,350 (87.6%) 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 Kurnool APMC ranged between ₹407 and ₹5,150, with the average around ₹3,373. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | ₹4,359 | ₹782 | ₹3,384 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,589 | ₹782 | ₹3,298 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,759 | ₹982 | ₹3,889 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,612 | ₹1,332 | ₹3,386 |
| 26 Oct | ₹4,651 | ₹979 | ₹3,789 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,859 | ₹952 | ₹3,639 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,625 | ₹1,212 | ₹3,391 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,454 | ₹1,045 | ₹3,419 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Kurnool APMC on 30 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.