As the 13 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Ashta APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Ashta 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₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,150
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 11.0% below the period average, and just 78.8% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 13 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Munnar Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹6,200 (91.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ashta APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹11,310, with the average around ₹2,697. 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 | ₹3,800 | ₹1,150 | ₹2,400 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ashta APMC reported Onion at this level on 13 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.