October 31, 2026 mandi update: Onion recorded an average of ₹5,023 at Himachal Pradesh (state average), with a low of ₹4,654 and a high of ₹5,377. Useful for both farmers and traders in .
Average, High and Low — Today's Math
- Highest Price Today₹5,377 / Qtl
- Lowest Price Today₹4,654 / Qtl
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,023 / Qtl
- Quality Grade /
- Market StateHimachal Pradesh
The takeaway from today's trade: an average of ₹5,023, meaning most produce sold around this level. The average is treated as the 'real market price' because it reflects what most farmers received.
Seasonal Context · General Guidance
This is the Kharif harvest and post-monsoon period. Fresh arrivals rise during these weeks, which can soften prices for surplus commodities. For accurate local conditions, check your regional weather department updates.
Mandi-by-Mandi Comparison in Himachal Pradesh
| Mandi / Market | Modal Price (₹/Qtl) |
|---|---|
| SMY Jaisinghpur APMC | ₹5,700 |
| SMY Palampur APMC | ₹5,700 |
| SMY Jwalaji APMC | ₹5,500 |
| PMY Kangra APMC | ₹5,500 |
| SMY Nagrota Bagwan APMC | ₹5,500 |
| SMY Jogindernagar APMC | ₹5,200 |
| SMY Dharamshala APMC | ₹5,000 |
| PMY Hamirpur APMC | ₹4,900 |
| SMY Baijnath APMC | ₹4,800 |
| PMY Kangni Mandi APMC | ₹4,800 |
Across these markets, Onion is dearest at SMY Jaisinghpur APMC (₹5,700) and cheapest at SMY Baijnath APMC (₹4,800) — a spread of ₹900/quintal (19%). Wider gaps can mean better arbitrage for traders willing to move produce between yards.
Recent Rates — Daily Breakdown
| Date | High | Low | Average (Modal) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct 2026 | ₹5,377 | ₹4,654 | ₹5,023 |
| 30 Oct 2026 | ₹5,070 | ₹4,510 | ₹4,780 |
| 29 Oct 2026 | ₹5,350 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,175 |
| 28 Oct 2026 | ₹5,195 | ₹4,615 | ₹4,910 |
| 27 Oct 2026 | ₹5,233 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,922 |
| 26 Oct 2026 | ₹4,817 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,608 |
| 25 Oct 2026 | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 24 Oct 2026 | ₹5,037 | ₹4,526 | ₹4,779 |
| 23 Oct 2026 | ₹4,919 | ₹4,462 | ₹4,681 |
| 22 Oct 2026 | ₹4,917 | ₹4,439 | ₹4,697 |
| 21 Oct 2026 | ₹4,840 | ₹4,425 | ₹4,638 |
| 20 Oct 2026 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,680 |
| 19 Oct 2026 | ₹4,890 | ₹4,410 | ₹4,655 |
| 18 Oct 2026 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 17 Oct 2026 | ₹4,770 | ₹4,290 | ₹4,510 |
| 16 Oct 2026 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,141 | ₹4,452 |
| 15 Oct 2026 | ₹4,705 | ₹4,150 | ₹4,473 |
| 14 Oct 2026 | ₹4,717 | ₹4,228 | ₹4,481 |
| 13 Oct 2026 | ₹4,822 | ₹4,233 | ₹4,561 |
| 12 Oct 2026 | ₹4,769 | ₹4,175 | ₹4,500 |
Advice for Farmers — The Right Selling Decision
₹5,377 gives you room to decide carefully. If it comfortably beats your cost, selling the crop in 2-3 lots is sound — it protects you from a sudden dip.
For Traders and Agents — Market Trend
From a wholesale lens, today's ₹5,377 range shows an active market. In an upward phase, the smart approach is to scale up buying only after comparing rates at nearby mandis.