In the day's wholesale-price digest for 26 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Ankleshwar APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
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₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 34.2% above the period average — just 23.9% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 26 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 7 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
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.
At ₹6,800 (94.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ankleshwar APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹2,608. 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 | ₹4,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹1,900 | ₹3,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Ankleshwar APMC on 26 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.