Across the reporting yards on 24 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹10,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Chengannur Market APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,200
- Lowest Price Today₹9,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 61.2% above the period average and just 5.7% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 24 Oct 2026, so you can see where Chengannur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kollam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 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.
At ₹4,850 (71.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹10,600, with the average around ₹6,203. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹10,200 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹10,200 | ₹9,500 | ₹10,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹10,600 | ₹10,300 | ₹10,400 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 24 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Chengannur Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.