In the price report dated 26 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Dhekiajuli APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What Put Dhekiajuli APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
Today's rate is about 36.5% above the period average and just 5.5% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,250 |
| 2 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹2,500 (37.0%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dhekiajuli APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,810. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 25 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Dhekiajuli 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.