Going by the latest APMC figures for 12 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Kalapipal APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,100
- Lowest Price Today₹590
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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 1.0% below the period average, and just 68.8% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹3,000 (42.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kalapipal APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹2,021. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹3,730 | ₹525 | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,100 | ₹590 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,101 | ₹200 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,012 | ₹300 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,890 | ₹531 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹200 | ₹2,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,807 | ₹100 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,201 | ₹200 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,490 | ₹200 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹200 | ₹4,251 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹391 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,790 | ₹300 | ₹3,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,250 | ₹200 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,280 | ₹100 | ₹3,850 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,404 | ₹300 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,412 | ₹200 | ₹4,105 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,252 | ₹295 | ₹3,850 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹450 | ₹3,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,151 | ₹400 | ₹3,700 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,801 | ₹315 | ₹2,800 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Kalapipal APMC on 12 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.