From today's trading desk on 14 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Dungurapalli APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 59.3% above the period average, sitting just 6.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
At ₹6,000 (85.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dungurapalli APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹3,390. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Dungurapalli APMC on 14 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.