In the day's wholesale-price digest for 13 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Nanuta APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Nanuta APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 43.3% above the period average, sitting just 22.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 13 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹4,800 (70.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Nanuta APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,443. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,340 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,143 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,991 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,350 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,371 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,453 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,247 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,047 |
| 19 Jun | ₹1,100 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,084 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Nanuta APMC on 13 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.