In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,300 per quintal in Parappanangadi Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 12.0% below the period average and just 45.9% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹6,250 (92.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Parappanangadi Market APMC ranged between ₹2,350 and ₹9,800, with the average around ₹6,025. 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 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹9,800 | ₹9,600 | ₹9,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹9,700 | ₹9,500 | ₹9,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,400 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 09 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Parappanangadi Market APMC posted this Onion rate on 20 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.