In the mandi rate roundup for 31 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,601 per quintal in Shujalpur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,266
- Lowest Price Today₹200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,601
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 40.8% above the period average and just 76.8% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹15,000 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹12,300 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹12,200 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 6 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
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 ₹7,800 (108.3%) 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 Shujalpur APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹15,501, with the average around ₹2,557. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct | ₹4,266 | ₹200 | ₹3,601 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹750 | ₹3,900 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹500 | ₹2,600 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,301 | ₹800 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹500 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,385 | ₹200 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,397 | ₹200 | ₹1,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹500 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,397 | ₹3,397 | ₹3,397 |
| 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 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Shujalpur APMC posted this Onion rate on 31 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.