With the 20 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Durgapur APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What Put Durgapur APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 44.3% above the period average and just 4.2% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹9,400 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 5 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(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.
That ₹2,650 (39.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Durgapur APMC ranged between ₹1,750 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹3,187. 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 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,600 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,650 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,550 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,450 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,150 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Durgapur 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.