As the 20 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Thalasserry Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Thalasserry Market APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 28.2% above the period average, and just 23.5% 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
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 Kottayam Market APMC Leader | ₹8,400 |
| 2 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 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 APMC Kamthi APMC | ₹6,650 |
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 ₹1,750 (26.3%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Thalasserry Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,800, with the average around ₹4,057. 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 | ₹5,600 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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: Thalasserry Market APMC reported Onion at this level on 20 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.