In today's crop-price rundown for 22 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Vikasnagar APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Vikasnagar APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 17.5% above the period average and just 45.0% 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 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,400 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Neemuch(F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹3,650 (54.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹1,872. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,200 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vikasnagar APMC posted this Onion rate on 22 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.