In the latest market update for 19 Oct 2026, Vadakkenchery Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,000 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Onion.
01What Put Vadakkenchery Market APMC on Top Today
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹11,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
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.
Right now Onion is about 46.9% above the period average — just 7.7% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 19 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 4 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 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 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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 ₹5,400 (81.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Vadakkenchery Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹13,000, with the average around ₹8,167. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In short, Onion found its strongest bid at Vadakkenchery Market APMC on 19 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.