Turning to the 23 Oct 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in A lot APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 45.0% above the period average and just 15.8% 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 23 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 10 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Kollam Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 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 ₹7,000 (100.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at A lot APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹2,207. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹300 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,661 | ₹500 | ₹2,661 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,461 | ₹2,461 | ₹2,461 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹500 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,181 | ₹511 | ₹3,181 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,301 | ₹201 | ₹3,301 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,801 | ₹571 | ₹2,801 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,912 | ₹1,150 | ₹2,912 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,291 | ₹901 | ₹3,291 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,180 | ₹700 | ₹3,180 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,556 | ₹900 | ₹3,556 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,390 | ₹400 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,556 | ₹552 | ₹3,556 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,381 | ₹171 | ₹3,381 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,401 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,401 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹1,811 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,580 | ₹800 | ₹3,580 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,242 | ₹411 | ₹3,242 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,452 | ₹501 | ₹3,452 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,052 | ₹301 | ₹2,001 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, A lot APMC posted this Onion rate on 23 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.