From today's trading desk on 20 Oct 2026, Kottayam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,400 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Onion leader.
01What Put Kottayam Market APMC on Top Today
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,600
- Lowest Price Today₹8,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 42.0% above the period average — just 6.7% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹5,915. 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 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,900 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹8,600 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹8,600 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion found its strongest bid at Kottayam Market APMC on 20 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.