In the day's wholesale-price digest for 22 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Ratlam APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Ratlam APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,290
- Lowest Price Today₹801
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 36.9% above the period average — just 25.9% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 4 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 6 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹4,700 (68.1%) 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 Ratlam APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,861, with the average around ₹2,629. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹4,290 | ₹801 | ₹3,600 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,359 | ₹500 | ₹3,711 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,196 | ₹900 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹651 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,360 | ₹501 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹500 | ₹3,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹600 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,830 | ₹600 | ₹2,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,344 | ₹700 | ₹3,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,302 | ₹500 | ₹3,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,340 | ₹200 | ₹3,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹801 | ₹3,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,390 | ₹200 | ₹3,601 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,602 | ₹300 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,401 | ₹996 | ₹3,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,701 | ₹552 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,020 | ₹3,020 | ₹3,020 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,361 | ₹350 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,651 | ₹800 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹700 | ₹3,900 |
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 on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Ratlam APMC on 22 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.