Pulling together the 14 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Kalapipal APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Kalapipal APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,101
- Lowest Price Today₹200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 85.4% above the period average — just 40.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 6 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹6,000 (85.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kalapipal APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹2,050. 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 | ₹4,101 | ₹200 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,730 | ₹525 | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,100 | ₹590 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,101 | ₹200 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,012 | ₹300 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,890 | ₹531 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹200 | ₹2,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,807 | ₹100 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,201 | ₹200 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,490 | ₹200 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹200 | ₹4,251 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹391 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,790 | ₹300 | ₹3,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,250 | ₹200 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,280 | ₹100 | ₹3,850 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,404 | ₹300 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,412 | ₹200 | ₹4,105 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,252 | ₹295 | ₹3,850 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹450 | ₹3,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,151 | ₹400 | ₹3,700 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Kalapipal APMC on 14 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.