In the latest market update for 12 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,095 per quintal in Mahuva(Station Road) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,140
- Lowest Price Today₹1,050
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,095
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 18.3% above the period average — just 56.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Mahuva(Station Road) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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 Mahuva(Station Road) APMC ranged between ₹345 and ₹4,775, with the average around ₹1,771. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹3,140 | ₹1,050 | ₹2,095 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,295 | ₹1,360 | ₹2,328 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,110 | ₹460 | ₹2,285 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,090 | ₹500 | ₹2,295 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,505 | ₹625 | ₹2,565 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,660 | ₹1,275 | ₹1,968 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,775 | ₹400 | ₹2,588 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,825 | ₹1,160 | ₹1,993 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,305 | ₹1,125 | ₹2,715 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹460 | ₹2,480 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,860 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,030 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,780 | ₹800 | ₹1,790 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,360 | ₹750 | ₹2,055 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,755 | ₹390 | ₹2,573 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹805 | ₹1,753 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,175 | ₹400 | ₹2,288 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,105 | ₹450 | ₹2,278 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,580 | ₹375 | ₹1,978 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,435 | ₹350 | ₹1,893 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹875 | ₹1,563 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Mahuva(Station Road) APMC logged this Onion rate on 12 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.