As fresh arrivals settled on 23 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Kottakkal Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Kottakkal Market APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 30.9% above the period average, and just 12.1% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 23 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kottakkal Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(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.
A spread of ₹3,250 (48.1%) 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 Kottakkal Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹3,897. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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 a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Kottakkal Market APMC on 23 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.