Based on what the markets reported on 16 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Kukshi(F&V) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Kukshi(F&V) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 50.6% above the period average — just 35.6% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kukshi(F&V) 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 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 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 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹6,000 (85.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kukshi(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹1,925. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹1,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Kukshi(F&V) APMC on 16 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.