With the 21 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹6,050 per quintal in Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01What Put Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
Today's rate is about 21.7% above the period average and just 6.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
The ₹500 (7.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,972. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 20 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,050 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,150 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,150 |
| 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 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.