Based on what the markets reported on 13 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Roorkee APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Roorkee 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₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 38.5% above the period average, sitting just 18.2% 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 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Munnar Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹3,250 (48.1%) 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 Roorkee APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,248. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Roorkee 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.