Going by the latest APMC figures for 13 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,800 per quintal in Maharjganj APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 25.7% above the period average, and just 7.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Munnar Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Vadaseri 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.
That ₹2,850 (42.2%) 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 Maharjganj APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹3,819. 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 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Maharjganj APMC reported Onion at this level on 13 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.