In the price report dated 16 Oct 2026, Vadakkenchery Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹13,000 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹13,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹13,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 63.7% above the period average, and right at 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 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Vadakkenchery 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 | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 5 Mannar Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹6,000 (85.7%) 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 Vadakkenchery Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹7,941. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹13,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹13,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vadakkenchery Market APMC was the market to beat for Onion on 16 Oct 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.