Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Oct 2026, Kamakhyanagar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹12,000 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Onion board.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹12,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹12,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 62.0% above the period average and right at 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Mannar Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
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.
The ₹5,100 (73.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kamakhyanagar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹7,408. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Kamakhyanagar APMC set the pace for Onion. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.