With the 16 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹3,857 per quintal in Shamli APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,857
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 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.
Today's rate is about 11.7% above the period average and just 25.8% 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 16 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 7 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Manachanallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹6,000 (85.7%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Shamli APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹3,453. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,857 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,021 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,639 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,765 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,640 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,960 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Shamli APMC posted this Onion rate on 16 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.