In today's crop-price rundown for 19 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,140 per quintal in Indore APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,241
- Lowest Price Today₹1,105
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,140
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 51.0% above the period average, and just 68.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where Indore APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aralamoodu Market APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 4 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 7 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,549 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
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.
At ₹5,200 (76.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Indore APMC ranged between ₹392 and ₹12,935, with the average around ₹2,741. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹4,241 | ₹1,105 | ₹4,140 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,196 | ₹1,450 | ₹3,418 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,779 | ₹1,839 | ₹3,758 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,110 | ₹1,266 | ₹4,110 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹790 | ₹3,535 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,656 | ₹1,242 | ₹3,656 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,622 | ₹633 | ₹2,493 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹2,124 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,873 | ₹774 | ₹3,270 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹394 | ₹3,760 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,006 | ₹399 | ₹3,871 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,816 | ₹1,997 | ₹3,130 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,710 | ₹2,710 | ₹2,710 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,032 | ₹1,559 | ₹3,741 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,091 | ₹399 | ₹3,709 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,151 | ₹1,491 | ₹3,571 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,094 | ₹444 | ₹3,657 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,072 | ₹2,538 | ₹2,830 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,574 | ₹2,574 | ₹2,574 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,616 | ₹2,616 | ₹2,616 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Indore APMC on 19 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.