In the mandi rate roundup for 29 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Raxaul APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹4,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 19.4% above the period average, and just 6.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 29 Oct 2026, so you can see where Raxaul APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Usilampatti(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.
A spread of ₹1,000 (14.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Raxaul APMC ranged between ₹2,300 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,519. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 26 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Raxaul APMC on 29 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.