With the 22 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Thalayolaparambu Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Thalayolaparambu Market APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.3% below the period average and just 46.0% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹4,850 (71.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Thalayolaparambu Market APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹5,704. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,800 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,000 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹9,400 | ₹9,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Thalayolaparambu 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.