In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Khambhat(Veg Yard Khambhat) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
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₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 31.5% above the period average, sitting just 25.0% 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 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹3,000 (42.9%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Khambhat(Veg Yard Khambhat) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,422. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Khambhat(Veg Yard Khambhat) APMC on 12 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.