In the latest market update for 21 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Lalru APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 32.1% above the period average, sitting just 6.1% 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 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹500 (7.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Lalru APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹3,483. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,680 | ₹4,680 | ₹4,680 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,780 | ₹4,780 | ₹4,780 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,320 | ₹4,320 | ₹4,320 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Lalru APMC on 21 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.