Going by the latest APMC figures for 12 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Kosikalan APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 36.8% above the period average and right at 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Kosikalan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (42.9%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kosikalan APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,827. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,833 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,793 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,917 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,921 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,929 |
| 06 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 05 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,913 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Net-net, Kosikalan APMC posted this Onion rate on 12 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.