In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,700 per quintal in Himatnagar(Veg.Market Himatnagar) APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
Right now Onion is about 38.8% above the period average — just 6.0% 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 Himatnagar(Veg.Market Himatnagar) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
The ₹3,000 (42.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Himatnagar(Veg.Market Himatnagar) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,387. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,320 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,320 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,320 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,320 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,450 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,340 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,340 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,420 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,480 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,460 |
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 day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Himatnagar(Veg.Market Himatnagar) APMC on 12 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.