Looking at how the yards traded on 28 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in APMC Kamthi APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put APMC Kamthi APMC on Top Today
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₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week 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 11.8% above the period average — just 17.9% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Lalgudi(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 ₹6,600 (94.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at APMC Kamthi APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,145. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,650 |
| 28 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 27 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,650 |
| 26 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,650 |
| 23 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,650 |
| 20 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,650 |
| 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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, APMC Kamthi APMC logged this Onion rate on 28 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.