Turning to the 19 Oct 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 19.2% above the period average and just 8.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 19 Oct 2026, so you can see where Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 4 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹5,400 (81.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,930. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,350 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,350 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,350 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC posted this Onion rate on 19 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.