Reading today's price tape for 30 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 16.6% above the period average, sitting just 8.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 30 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹13,600 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹12,300 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
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 ₹6,350 (87.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,972. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,250 |
| 27 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 26 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,250 |
| 22 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 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 |
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, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC on 30 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.