Checking the day's mandi numbers for 16 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,450 per quintal in Panisagar APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 14.5% above the period average — just 1.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹6,000 (85.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Panisagar APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹3,014. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 30 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Panisagar APMC on 16 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.