From today's trading desk on 13 Oct 2026, Harippad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹10,000 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Onion board.
01What Put Harippad Market APMC on Top Today
Strong rates like these tend to hold up when the trade behind them is broad, not just a one-off bid.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,500
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹10,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
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 56.6% above the period average — just 4.8% 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 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Munnar Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,250 (48.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹10,500, with the average around ₹6,386. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹10,500 | ₹10,000 | ₹10,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹3,100 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion found its strongest bid at Harippad Market APMC on 13 Oct 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.