Based on what the markets reported on 28 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Khagaria APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Khagaria APMC on Top Today
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₹3,590
- Lowest Price Today₹3,360
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 20.2% above the period average — just 35.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 28 Oct 2026, so you can see where Khagaria APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kayamkulam Market APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 6 Anchal Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹5,500 (78.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Khagaria APMC ranged between ₹990 and ₹5,450, with the average around ₹2,911. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹3,590 | ₹3,360 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,240 | ₹4,090 | ₹4,130 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,250 | ₹4,080 | ₹4,160 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,160 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,550 | ₹4,320 | ₹4,440 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,570 | ₹4,160 | ₹4,350 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,580 | ₹4,160 | ₹4,350 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,450 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,360 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,420 | ₹4,160 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,520 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,280 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,330 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,290 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,590 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,560 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,160 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,960 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹3,080 | ₹3,160 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,360 | ₹3,450 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,520 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,560 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,360 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,080 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,350 | ₹3,160 | ₹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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Khagaria APMC on 28 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.