In today's crop-price rundown for 14 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Harbartganj Daily Market APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 41.5% above the period average and just 9.1% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 14 Oct 2026, so you can see where Harbartganj Daily Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 9 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹5,000 (62.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Harbartganj Daily Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,534. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,250 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 14 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Harbartganj Daily Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.