From today's trading desk on 12 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,190 per quintal in Ashta APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
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₹3,190
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,190
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 18.0% above the period average — just 71.8% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ashta APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹3,000 (42.9%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ashta APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹11,310, with the average around ₹2,703. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹3,190 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,190 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,760 | ₹3,310 | ₹3,760 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,910 | ₹850 | ₹3,910 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹900 | ₹3,530 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,920 | ₹2,650 | ₹3,770 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,990 | ₹2,840 | ₹3,850 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,230 | ₹2,540 | ₹4,110 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,880 | ₹3,880 | ₹3,880 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,330 | ₹3,620 | ₹3,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,460 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,460 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,812 | ₹4,450 | ₹4,812 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,390 | ₹1,021 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,320 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,670 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,100 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,270 | ₹3,270 | ₹3,270 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹1,925 | ₹3,900 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,910 | ₹1,811 | ₹3,910 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹11,310 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ashta APMC logged this Onion rate on 12 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.