As fresh arrivals settled on 19 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,150 per quintal in Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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 9.9% above the period average, and just 19.5% 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 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kayamkulam Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Srivilliputhur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹2,000 (30.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹4,688. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,150 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,400 | ₹5,800 | ₹6,100 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹5,600 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹5,600 | ₹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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
The takeaway: Namakkal(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Onion at this level on 19 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.