In today's crop-price rundown for 24 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Bassi APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
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₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 45.5% above the period average and just 10.3% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kollam Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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 ₹7,250 (107.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Bassi APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹3,573. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 24 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Bassi 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.