In the price report dated 28 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in APMC Hingna 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
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 7.5% above the period average and just 10.9% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 28 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹6,600 (94.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at APMC Hingna APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,557. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,666 |
| 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 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, APMC Hingna APMC posted this Onion rate on 28 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.