Pulling together the 12 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Supaul APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 41.2% above the period average — just 10.0% 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 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Supaul 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 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹11,100 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 12 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹5,800 (80.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Supaul APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,187. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To wrap up, Supaul APMC logged this Onion rate on 12 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.