Reading today's price tape for 23 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,830 per quintal in APMC Devala APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,830
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 7.0% below the period average, sitting just 23.5% 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
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 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
That ₹3,250 (48.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at APMC Devala APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹5,005, with the average around ₹4,117. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,830 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,175 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,175 | ₹900 | ₹3,850 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,980 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,320 | ₹900 | ₹3,950 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,805 | ₹900 | ₹4,150 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹800 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,305 | ₹800 | ₹3,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,835 | ₹800 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹700 | ₹3,925 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,050 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,705 | ₹1,200 | ₹4,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹800 | ₹3,950 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,535 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹4,380 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,645 | ₹850 | ₹4,330 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,865 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,380 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,610 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,280 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,775 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,380 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,580 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at APMC Devala APMC on 23 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.