In the latest market update for 02 Nov 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Chathanoor Market APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Nov 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
Right now Onion is about 44.6% above the period average — just 7.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 02 Nov 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹12,700 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Jampuijala APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 5 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹6,400 (88.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chathanoor Market APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,150. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Nov | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Nov | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Chathanoor Market APMC on 02 Nov 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.