In today's crop-price rundown for 28 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Sailana APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,101
- Lowest Price Today₹1,321
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 19.8% below the period average and just 54.8% 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 28 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹6,400 (88.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sailana APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,421, with the average around ₹2,495. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹4,101 | ₹1,321 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,412 | ₹1,101 | ₹3,401 |
| 23 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,130 | ₹3,400 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,343 | ₹500 | ₹3,400 |
| 21 Oct | ₹3,890 | ₹991 | ₹3,841 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,040 | ₹301 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,870 | ₹931 | ₹3,541 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,030 | ₹1,151 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,085 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,860 | ₹1,212 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,661 | ₹700 | ₹2,701 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,799 | ₹1,120 | ₹3,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,902 | ₹500 | ₹3,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,880 | ₹800 | ₹3,450 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,001 | ₹500 | ₹3,601 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹1,201 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹857 | ₹3,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹600 | ₹3,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹1,350 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,150 | ₹600 | ₹3,400 |
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, Sailana APMC posted this Onion rate on 28 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.