Reading today's price tape for 15 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Shujalpur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,551
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 4.7% below the period average — just 84.5% 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 15 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹12,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 6 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Khunthabandha 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 ₹5,000 (71.4%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Shujalpur APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹15,501, with the average around ₹2,519. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹4,195 | ₹500 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,551 | ₹500 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,301 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,100 | ₹500 | ₹3,625 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,381 | ₹200 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,351 | ₹100 | ₹3,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹200 | ₹3,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹200 | ₹2,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,775 | ₹3,530 | ₹3,775 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,840 | ₹2,866 | ₹3,840 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,336 | ₹100 | ₹3,700 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,451 | ₹500 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹250 | ₹3,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,380 | ₹100 | ₹3,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,311 | ₹200 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,498 | ₹3,600 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,820 | ₹150 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹411 | ₹4,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,511 | ₹100 | ₹3,800 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹100 | ₹4,200 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Shujalpur APMC on 15 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.