Reading today's price tape for 16 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in Tiphra APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Tiphra APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 19.3% above the period average, sitting just 40.0% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Manachanallur(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 ₹6,000 (85.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Tiphra APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹2,765. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Tiphra APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.