Pulling together the 16 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Bhopal APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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 58.7% above the period average — just 68.5% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹6,000 (85.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Bhopal APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹12,700, with the average around ₹2,520. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹800 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹800 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,510 | ₹900 | ₹3,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹400 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹750 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹800 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,210 | ₹700 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹900 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,700 | ₹800 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹800 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹800 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹800 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹800 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹500 | ₹3,700 |
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
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Bhopal APMC on 16 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.