In today's crop-price rundown for 19 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,450 per quintal in Pundri APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What Put Pundri APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 58.4% above the period average and just 5.3% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aralamoodu Market APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 4 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 6 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,549 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
The ₹5,250 (77.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Pundri APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹2,809. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,550 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,350 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,150 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Pundri APMC posted this Onion rate on 19 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.