From today's trading desk on 13 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Aluva Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Aluva Market APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 52.3% above the period average, sitting just 8.3% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 13 Oct 2026, so you can see where Aluva Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹4,800 (70.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Aluva Market APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,611. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,700 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,300 |
| 08 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 01 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 30 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 24 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 19 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 18 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,700 |
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Aluva Market APMC on 13 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.