Going by the latest APMC figures for 22 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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 19.2% above the period average, and just 35.6% 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 22 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,400 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 4 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹3,650 (54.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹4,866. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹6,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,800 |
| 21 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,700 |
| 20 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
The takeaway: Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Onion at this level on 22 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.