In the mandi rate roundup for 14 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in SMY Nadaun APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 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.
Today's rate is about 45.8% above the period average and just 5.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
At ₹6,000 (85.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at SMY Nadaun APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹3,361. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, SMY Nadaun APMC posted this Onion rate on 14 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.