In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹8,800 per quintal in Kayamkulam Market APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,900
- Lowest Price Today₹8,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
Today's rate is about 72.2% above the period average and just 2.2% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹9,400 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 4 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹2,650 (39.3%) 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 Kayamkulam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹5,111. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹8,900 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹8,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,500 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Kayamkulam 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.