In the day's wholesale-price digest for 22 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,700 per quintal in Mapusa APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 33.3% above the period average, sitting just 25.0% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Neemuch(F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹7,100 (102.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Mapusa APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹2,025. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,850 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Mapusa APMC on 22 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.