As the 21 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Anand(Veg,Yard,Anand) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
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₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 54.7% above the period average, and just 20.0% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aroor Market APMC Leader | ₹9,100 |
| 2 Neemuch(F&V) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹2,500 (37.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Anand(Veg,Yard,Anand) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,586. 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 | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Anand(Veg,Yard,Anand) 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.