Here's the 26 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in PMY Chamba APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 23.3% 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 26 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 7 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
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.
That ₹6,800 (94.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at PMY Chamba APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹5,700, with the average around ₹3,853. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, PMY Chamba APMC logged this Onion rate on 26 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.