As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Tarantaran APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 19.7% above the period average, and just 12.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,549 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
That ₹5,000 (75.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Tarantaran APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,339. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Tarantaran APMC on 19 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.