Reading today's price tape for 22 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,300 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
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 56.8% above the period average — just 23.3% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 22 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 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,400 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Neemuch(F&V) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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 ₹3,650 (54.1%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Badnagar APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹4,300, with the average around ₹2,104. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹980 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,251 | ₹2,910 | ₹3,251 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,451 | ₹1,240 | ₹3,451 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹1,055 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,410 | ₹1,055 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹1,885 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,320 |
| 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 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
To wrap up, Badnagar APMC logged this Onion rate on 22 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.