In the latest market update for 21 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Tusura APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Tusura APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 23.2% above the period average, sitting just 18.2% 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 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Tusura APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aroor Market APMC Leader | ₹9,100 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Neemuch(F&V) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹2,350 (34.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Tusura APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,652. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,600 | ₹5,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Tusura APMC on 21 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.