From today's trading desk on 20 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Bhopal APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 41.0% below the period average — just 88.2% 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 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹9,400 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Lalgudi(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 ₹2,650 (39.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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 ₹2,544. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹400 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Bhopal APMC on 20 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.