Across the reporting yards on 21 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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.
This puts Onion about 22.4% above the period average, and just 15.4% 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
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 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,400 |
| 2 Neemuch(F&V) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
That ₹3,800 (57.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,494. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Vandavasi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 21 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.