Pulling together the 20 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in APMC Karjat 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
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 17.7% below the period average, sitting just 43.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kottayam Market APMC Leader | ₹8,400 |
| 2 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 APMC Kamthi APMC | ₹6,650 |
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 ₹1,750 (26.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Onion prices at APMC Karjat APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,400, with the average around ₹3,038. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at APMC Karjat APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.