Going by the latest APMC figures for 31 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,650 per quintal in APMC Dharashiv APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 9.6% above the period average, and just 39.2% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 31 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
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 ₹7,800 (108.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at APMC Dharashiv APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,331. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Nov | ₹6,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹3,700 |
| 31 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,750 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹1,100 | ₹2,800 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹2,050 | ₹3,525 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,100 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,650 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹1,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,850 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,550 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,750 |
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in APMC Dharashiv APMC on 31 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.