From today's trading desk on 19 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Pathankot 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
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
Right now Onion is about 7.5% above the period average — just 33.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aralamoodu Market APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 4 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 6 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,549 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹5,250 (77.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Pathankot APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹5,100, with the average around ₹3,162. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,049 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,546 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Pathankot APMC on 19 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.