Going by the latest APMC figures for 15 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,422 per quintal in APMC Azadpur APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,422
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 32.3% above the period average and just 31.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Khunthabandha 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.
At ₹5,000 (71.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at APMC Azadpur APMC ranged between ₹750 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,586. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,422 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,422 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,422 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,422 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,344 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,213 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,375 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,281 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,375 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,359 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,359 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,625 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,406 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,625 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,391 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,625 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,391 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,281 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,281 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,297 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,297 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,625 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,375 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,750 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,563 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,281 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Net-net, APMC Azadpur APMC posted this Onion rate on 15 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.