Across the reporting yards on 15 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,550 per quintal in APMC Kamthi APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 14.4% above the period average and just 7.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 15 Oct 2026, so you can see where APMC Kamthi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Khunthabandha APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹5,000 (71.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at APMC Kamthi APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,850. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,550 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,650 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,650 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,850 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,850 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,850 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,850 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,850 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,350 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,850 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,350 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,350 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, APMC Kamthi APMC posted this Onion rate on 15 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.