Based on what the markets reported on 29 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Melaghar 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₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 9.0% above the period average — just 27.4% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 29 Oct 2026, so you can see where Melaghar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 4 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹12,200 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹4,127. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Nov | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Melaghar APMC logged this Onion rate on 29 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.