Turning to the 24 Oct 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Daunagar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.0% above the period average and just 18.0% 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 24 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pattambi Market APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Myladi(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.
The ₹3,750 (55.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Daunagar APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,906. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Bottom line: on 24 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Daunagar APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.