In the day's wholesale-price digest for 21 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,800 per quintal in Chhachrauli APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹4,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 48.9% above the period average — just 20.0% 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
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 Aroor Market APMC Leader | ₹9,100 |
| 2 Neemuch(F&V) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
That ₹2,500 (37.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chhachrauli APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,224. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Chhachrauli APMC on 21 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.