In the price report dated 14 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Harda(F&V) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
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₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Medium)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 23.0% above the period average and just 25.0% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 9 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
The ₹5,000 (62.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Harda(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,440. 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 | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Harda(F&V) 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.