Looking at how the yards traded on 28 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,850 per quintal in Pratapgarh APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
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₹4,410
- Lowest Price Today₹1,020
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 18.0% above the period average — just 37.5% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹6,600 (94.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Pratapgarh APMC ranged between ₹450 and ₹4,560, with the average around ₹2,416. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹4,410 | ₹1,020 | ₹2,850 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,700 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,310 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,310 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,101 | ₹1,210 | ₹3,690 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,070 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,880 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹1,140 | ₹2,770 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,355 | ₹1,110 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,751 | ₹1,290 | ₹3,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,650 | ₹1,360 | ₹3,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,691 | ₹1,191 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,515 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹1,510 | ₹3,650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹1,430 | ₹3,740 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,370 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,880 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹1,410 | ₹3,980 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,640 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,140 | ₹1,110 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹1,260 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,480 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,450 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,530 | ₹2,110 | ₹3,890 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Pratapgarh APMC logged this Onion rate on 28 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.