Here's the 15 Oct 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹3,697 per quintal in Indore APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹3,697
- Lowest Price Today₹1,987
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,697
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 36.9% above the period average, sitting just 71.4% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 15 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 8 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Boudh 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.
The ₹5,000 (71.4%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Indore APMC ranged between ₹392 and ₹12,935, with the average around ₹2,700. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct | ₹3,697 | ₹1,987 | ₹3,697 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹790 | ₹3,535 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,656 | ₹1,242 | ₹3,656 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,622 | ₹633 | ₹2,493 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹2,124 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,873 | ₹774 | ₹3,270 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹394 | ₹3,760 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,006 | ₹399 | ₹3,871 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,816 | ₹1,997 | ₹3,130 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,710 | ₹2,710 | ₹2,710 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,032 | ₹1,559 | ₹3,741 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,091 | ₹399 | ₹3,709 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,151 | ₹1,491 | ₹3,571 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,094 | ₹444 | ₹3,657 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,072 | ₹2,538 | ₹2,830 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,574 | ₹2,574 | ₹2,574 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,616 | ₹2,616 | ₹2,616 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,985 | ₹967 | ₹3,137 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,804 | ₹1,994 | ₹3,866 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,847 | ₹1,823 | ₹3,847 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Indore APMC on 15 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.