Looking at how the yards traded on 21 Oct 2026, Chengannur Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,400 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Onion leader.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,500
- Lowest Price Today₹10,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 71.5% above the period average, sitting just 1.9% 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 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,400 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Neemuch(F&V) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,650 (54.1%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹10,600, with the average around ₹6,065. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹10,500 | ₹10,200 | ₹10,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,150 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹10,600 | ₹10,200 | ₹10,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,200 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,200 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹8,800 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,900 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Chengannur Market APMC led Onion on 21 Oct 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.