As the 26 Oct 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹4,571 per quintal in APMC Hingna APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,571
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 0.6% above the period average and just 16.9% 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 APMC Hingna 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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at APMC Hingna APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,542. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,571 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,233 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,700 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, APMC Hingna 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.