Reading today's price tape for 30 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,250 per quintal in Sitamau(F&V) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,890
- Lowest Price Today₹1,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 11.7% below the period average, sitting just 35.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 30 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sitamau(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 | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹13,600 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹12,300 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
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 ₹6,350 (87.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Sitamau(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,650 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,547. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | ₹2,890 | ₹1,650 | ₹2,250 |
| 21 Oct | ₹3,350 | ₹1,650 | ₹2,250 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹1,700 | ₹3,150 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,250 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,950 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,850 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,860 | ₹1,860 | ₹1,860 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,250 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Sitamau(F&V) APMC on 30 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.