Here's the 24 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Petlawad(F&V) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Petlawad(F&V) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 3-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 19.0% above the period average — just 16.7% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 24 Oct 2026, so you can see where Petlawad(F&V) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kollam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹4,850 (71.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 3-Day Trend
Over the last 3 days, Onion prices at Petlawad(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,100. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Petlawad(F&V) APMC on 24 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.