With the 16 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Bassi APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Bassi APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 49.8% above the period average, and just 10.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 ₹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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Bassi APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹3,471. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Bassi APMC on 16 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.