In the mandi rate roundup for 12 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,751 per quintal in Badnagar APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,751
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,751
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion-Organic)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 33.8% above the period average, and just 36.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Badnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹11,100 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 12 Chelakkara Market 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.
The ₹5,800 (80.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Badnagar APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹4,300, with the average around ₹2,056. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹2,751 | ₹800 | ₹2,751 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,475 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,815 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,500 | ₹850 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹1,140 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹811 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,525 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,300 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,410 | ₹1,280 | ₹3,410 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹4,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹2,100 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹4,300 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Badnagar APMC reported Onion at this level on 12 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.