Going by the latest APMC figures for 16 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Lalru APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 30.9% above the period average and just 8.2% 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 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Mannar Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 4 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 8 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹5,100 (73.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Lalru APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹3,439. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,780 | ₹4,780 | ₹4,780 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,320 | ₹4,320 | ₹4,320 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,260 | ₹4,260 | ₹4,260 |
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
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Lalru APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.