Pulling together the 29 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Ashta APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What Put Ashta APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,190
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 24.8% above the period average, sitting just 69.1% 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 29 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 8 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹6,700 (97.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ashta APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹11,310, with the average around ₹2,805. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹4,190 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,120 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,670 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,330 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,210 | ₹3,300 | ₹4,210 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,990 | ₹3,460 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,060 | ₹3,440 | ₹4,060 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹1,150 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,190 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,190 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,760 | ₹3,310 | ₹3,760 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,910 | ₹850 | ₹3,910 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹900 | ₹3,530 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,920 | ₹2,650 | ₹3,770 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,990 | ₹2,840 | ₹3,850 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,230 | ₹2,540 | ₹4,110 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,880 | ₹3,880 | ₹3,880 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,330 | ₹3,620 | ₹3,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,460 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,460 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,812 | ₹4,450 | ₹4,812 |
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
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
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Ashta APMC on 29 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.