Here's the 14 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Daunagar APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Daunagar APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 7.4% above the period average, sitting just 18.0% 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 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aruppukottai(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 ₹6,250 (92.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Onion prices at Daunagar APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,818. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
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
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Daunagar APMC on 14 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.