In the latest market update for 28 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,800 per quintal in Thirupathur RM APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 2.7% above the period average, sitting just 3.3% 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 28 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹6,600 (94.3%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Thirupathur RM APMC ranged between ₹5,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,647. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 26 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Thirupathur RM APMC on 28 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.