In today's crop-price rundown for 19 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,750 per quintal in Mehsana(Mehsana Veg) 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
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date19 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.
This puts Onion about 40.2% above the period average, and just 29.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 19 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 4 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 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 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Mehsana(Mehsana Veg) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹5,300, with the average around ₹2,674. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,150 | ₹1,600 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹1,250 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,750 | ₹3,750 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹1,750 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹1,250 | ₹3,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
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
The takeaway: Mehsana(Mehsana Veg) APMC reported Onion at this level on 19 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.