Reading today's price tape for 22 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,500 per quintal in Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 31.5% above the period average, sitting just 7.1% 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 22 Oct 2026, so you can see where Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 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 ₹3,650 (54.1%) 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 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,944. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 22 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.