Pulling together the 31 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in APMC Vita 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
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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 0.4% above the period average, sitting just 25.0% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹12,300 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹12,200 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 6 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
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.
A spread of ₹7,800 (108.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at APMC Vita APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,483. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at APMC Vita APMC on 31 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.