As the 21 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in APMC Hingna APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
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₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 5.4% below the period average and just 21.8% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,400 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Neemuch(F&V) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at APMC Hingna APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,547. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,214 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,840 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, APMC Hingna APMC posted this Onion rate on 21 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.