Going by the latest APMC figures for 25 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,700 per quintal in Broadway market Market APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
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 35.1% above the period average and just 18.6% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 25 Oct 2026, so you can see where Broadway market Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kollam Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Bodinayakanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
At ₹850 (12.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Broadway market Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹4,219. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 24 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹6,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 14 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 16 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jun | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Jun | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Net-net, Broadway market Market APMC posted this Onion rate on 25 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.