As the 24 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹5,300 per quintal in Parappanangadi Market APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
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 11.6% below the period average, and just 45.9% 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 24 Oct 2026, so you can see where Parappanangadi Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kollam Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(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.
A spread of ₹7,250 (107.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Parappanangadi Market APMC ranged between ₹2,350 and ₹9,800, with the average around ₹5,993. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
The takeaway: Parappanangadi Market APMC reported Onion at this level on 24 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.