Checking the day's mandi numbers for 23 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,438 per quintal in Manawar(F&V) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,438
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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 56.7% above the period average — just 9.5% 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 23 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
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.
The ₹6,750 (93.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Manawar(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,150 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹2,194. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,438 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,100 |
| 21 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,438 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,170 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,100 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,170 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,170 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,150 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,444 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,170 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,811 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,444 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,811 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,773 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,335 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Manawar(F&V) APMC logged this Onion rate on 23 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.