Based on what the markets reported on 16 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹8,750 per quintal in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
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₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 85.2% above the period average, sitting just 2.8% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 16 Oct 2026, so you can see where Chokkikulam(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 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Mannar Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹5,100 (73.9%) 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 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹4,725. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 20 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.