In the price report dated 22 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,600 per quintal in Thamarassery Market APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 34.3% above the period average and just 17.6% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 22 Oct 2026, so you can see where Thamarassery Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,400 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,750 (55.6%) 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 Thamarassery Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,800, with the average around ₹4,169. 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 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,900 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,800 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,200 | ₹6,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,300 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
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
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Thamarassery 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.