In today's crop-price rundown for 26 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,985 per quintal in Ujjain APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹3,985
- Lowest Price Today₹1,798
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,985
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
Today's rate is about 87.7% above the period average and just 66.3% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 26 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ujjain APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 3 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 7 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 12 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹6,800 (94.4%) 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 Ujjain APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹11,831, with the average around ₹2,123. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹3,985 | ₹1,798 | ₹3,985 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,242 | ₹423 | ₹4,242 |
| 23 Oct | ₹2,604 | ₹2,604 | ₹2,604 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,851 | ₹859 | ₹3,851 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹200 | ₹3,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,150 | ₹237 | ₹4,011 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,762 | ₹1,890 | ₹3,700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,950 | ₹239 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,591 | ₹700 | ₹2,551 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,928 | ₹693 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,554 | ₹3,554 | ₹3,554 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,050 | ₹367 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,940 | ₹150 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,889 | ₹275 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,550 | ₹1,377 | ₹3,550 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹1,657 | ₹2,851 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,201 | ₹252 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,059 | ₹200 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,009 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,033 | ₹700 | ₹4,033 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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, Ujjain APMC posted this Onion rate on 26 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.