Looking at how the yards traded on 28 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Roorkee APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 28.5% above the period average — just 30.8% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 4 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
That ₹3,000 (42.9%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Roorkee APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹3,503. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Roorkee APMC on 28 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.