In today's crop-price rundown for 23 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,300
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 20.0% above the period average and just 28.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 23 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
At ₹3,250 (48.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹6,300, with the average around ₹3,751. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹6,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹6,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Shimoga APMC posted this Onion rate on 23 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.