From today's trading desk on 15 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,240 per quintal in Dhariwal APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹1,240
- Lowest Price Today₹1,240
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,240
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 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.
At this level, Onion is about 22.8% below the period average, sitting just 36.7% 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 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 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 ₹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.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Dhariwal APMC ranged between ₹1,240 and ₹1,960, with the average around ₹1,606. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹1,240 | ₹1,240 | ₹1,240 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,440 | ₹1,440 | ₹1,440 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,450 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,450 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,440 | ₹1,440 | ₹1,440 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,460 | ₹1,460 | ₹1,460 |
| 21 Sep | ₹1,470 | ₹1,470 | ₹1,470 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,550 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,550 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,530 | ₹1,530 | ₹1,530 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,560 | ₹1,560 | ₹1,560 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,540 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,540 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,630 | ₹1,630 | ₹1,630 |
| 14 Sep | ₹1,650 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,650 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 | ₹1,950 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Dhariwal APMC on 15 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.