In the latest market update for 21 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,650 per quintal in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
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₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 17.4% above the period average — just 14.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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.
That ₹500 (7.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹4,812. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.