In today's crop-price rundown for 27 Oct 2026, Kayamkulam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,000 per quintal. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Onion today.
01What Put Kayamkulam Market APMC on Top Today
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,100
- Lowest Price Today₹12,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 142.1% above the period average, and just 0.8% 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 27 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 | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Aroor Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹6,000 (85.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Kayamkulam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹13,100, with the average around ₹5,369. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Oct | ₹13,100 | ₹12,900 | ₹13,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 23 Oct | ₹8,600 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 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 |
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
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
The takeaway: Kayamkulam Market APMC was the market to beat for Onion on 27 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.