Looking at how the yards traded on 14 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,533 per quintal in Kosikalan APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
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₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,533
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 37.8% above the period average, sitting just 2.6% 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 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 6 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(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.
That ₹6,000 (85.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kosikalan APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹1,839. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,533 |
| 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 |
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
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
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Kosikalan APMC on 14 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.