In the mandi rate roundup for 15 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,250 per quintal in Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
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₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 33.2% above the period average, and just 5.3% 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 15 Oct 2026, so you can see where Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Khunthabandha APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,000 (71.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹4,692. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 10 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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
The takeaway: Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Onion at this level on 15 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.