Based on what the markets reported on 16 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,150 per quintal in Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 27.3% above the period average, sitting just 5.4% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 9 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹5,000 (71.4%) 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 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,833. 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 | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,150 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,150 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,650 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,150 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,150 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,950 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,650 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,950 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,150 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 13 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 11 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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.