Pulling together the 21 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Gharaunda APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 17.9% above the period average — just 16.7% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,400 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Neemuch(F&V) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹3,650 (54.1%), 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 Gharaunda APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹3,392. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Gharaunda APMC logged this Onion rate on 21 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.