Turning to the 20 Oct 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 12.8% above the period average, and just 18.2% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kottayam Market APMC Leader | ₹8,400 |
| 2 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 APMC Kamthi APMC | ₹6,650 |
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.
The ₹1,750 (26.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹4,789. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,900 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 20 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.