Based on what the markets reported on 19 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹9,300 per quintal in Koduvayoor Market APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,500
- Lowest Price Today₹9,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 52.8% above the period average — just 15.5% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aralamoodu Market APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 3 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 4 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,549 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹5,200 (76.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Koduvayoor Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹11,000, with the average around ₹6,087. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹9,500 | ₹9,100 | ₹9,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹9,400 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹11,000 | ₹10,600 | ₹10,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹10,100 | ₹9,700 | ₹9,900 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹9,100 | ₹8,700 | ₹8,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,300 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,900 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,700 |
| 23 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,600 | ₹8,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Koduvayoor Market APMC on 19 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.