As the 18 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Kayamkulam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,200 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,300
- Lowest Price Today₹8,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 64.4% above the period average, and just 8.9% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 18 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kayamkulam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kayamkulam Market APMC Leader | ₹8,200 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Paramathivelur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,700 (26.2%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Kayamkulam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹4,989. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹8,300 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹8,300 | ₹8,100 | ₹8,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹7,100 | ₹7,200 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kayamkulam Market APMC was the market to beat for Onion on 18 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.