Turning to the 22 Oct 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹2,665 per quintal in Soyatkalan APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,665
- Lowest Price Today₹1,325
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,665
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 54.9% above the period average, and just 43.3% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Neemuch(F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹4,850 (71.9%) 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 Soyatkalan APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹1,720. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹2,665 | ₹1,325 | ₹2,665 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,005 | ₹525 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,111 | ₹500 | ₹3,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,410 | ₹500 | ₹2,410 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,925 | ₹610 | ₹3,625 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,595 | ₹460 | ₹2,850 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,570 | ₹300 | ₹2,105 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹1,105 | ₹3,205 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹200 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,005 | ₹320 | ₹3,405 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,305 | ₹100 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,625 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,625 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,210 | ₹505 | ₹3,210 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,105 | ₹200 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,551 | ₹500 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹300 | ₹2,505 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,175 | ₹200 | ₹1,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,705 | ₹220 | ₹2,705 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹500 | ₹2,100 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Soyatkalan APMC on 22 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.