Here's the 28 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 26.9% above the period average, sitting just 6.5% 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 28 Oct 2026, so you can see where Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(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.
The ₹3,000 (42.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹4,571. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,800 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 26 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 25 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 22 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 20 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
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 Pamohi(Garchuk) APMC on 28 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.