Going by the latest APMC figures for 24 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,880 per quintal in APMC Chandwad APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
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₹4,530
- Lowest Price Today₹1,210
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,880
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 4.5% below the period average and just 30.2% 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 24 Oct 2026, so you can see where APMC Chandwad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 7 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kollam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
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 ₹4,800 (70.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at APMC Chandwad APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹5,555, with the average around ₹4,061. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹4,530 | ₹1,210 | ₹3,880 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,690 | ₹1,310 | ₹3,780 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹750 | ₹3,854 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹1,475 | ₹3,960 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,455 | ₹1,110 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,495 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,960 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,690 | ₹2,430 | ₹3,900 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,950 | ₹1,510 | ₹3,870 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,760 | ₹2,465 | ₹3,980 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹960 | ₹3,760 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,250 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,350 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,790 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,930 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,805 | ₹500 | ₹3,830 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,555 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,820 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,805 | ₹1,505 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,005 | ₹1,510 | ₹3,880 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,005 | ₹1,505 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,270 | ₹1,550 | ₹4,350 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,555 | ₹1,700 | ₹4,380 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,295 | ₹1,670 | ₹4,380 |
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
Net-net, APMC Chandwad APMC posted this Onion rate on 24 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.