In the day's wholesale-price digest for 25 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Kalna APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 21.6% above the period average, sitting just 18.9% 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 25 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kollam Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Bodinayakanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹850 (12.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Kalna APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹5,300, with the average around ₹3,536. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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 Kalna APMC on 25 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.