In the price report dated 24 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,100 per quintal in Gudimalkapur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
Today's rate is about 40.1% above the period average and just 48.3% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kollam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 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.
A spread of ₹4,850 (71.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Gudimalkapur APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹2,213. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,200 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Gudimalkapur APMC posted this Onion rate on 24 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.