As the 20 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Mathura APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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.
Today's rate is about 48.1% above the period average and right at 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 20 Oct 2026, so you can see where Mathura APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kayamkulam Market APMC Leader | ₹8,800 |
| 2 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 APMC Kamthi APMC | ₹6,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹2,150 (32.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Mathura APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,700. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,471 | ₹3,471 | ₹3,471 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,533 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,025 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,216 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,441 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,333 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,536 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,459 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,125 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Mathura APMC posted this Onion rate on 20 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.