Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,055 per quintal in Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,405
- Lowest Price Today₹1,705
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,055
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 37.5% above the period average and just 35.1% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 21 Oct 2026, so you can see where Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aroor Market APMC Leader | ₹9,100 |
| 2 Neemuch(F&V) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
That ₹2,500 (37.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC ranged between ₹475 and ₹4,705, with the average around ₹2,222. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹4,405 | ₹1,705 | ₹3,055 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,455 | ₹1,805 | ₹3,125 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,450 | ₹1,655 | ₹3,155 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,305 | ₹1,805 | ₹3,055 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,855 | ₹1,750 | ₹3,055 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,525 | ₹1,455 | ₹2,955 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,805 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,955 | ₹1,605 | ₹2,955 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,125 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,055 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,605 | ₹2,905 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,425 | ₹1,655 | ₹2,950 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,325 | ₹1,775 | ₹3,005 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,175 | ₹1,675 | ₹2,950 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,325 | ₹1,655 | ₹2,955 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,405 | ₹1,725 | ₹3,025 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,305 | ₹1,755 | ₹3,275 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,225 | ₹1,605 | ₹3,025 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,055 | ₹1,555 | ₹3,155 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,475 | ₹1,855 | ₹3,625 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,405 | ₹1,755 | ₹3,525 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) 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.