With the 31 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Lasalgaon(Niphad) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Lasalgaon(Niphad) APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,250
- Lowest Price Today₹1,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
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 1.5% below the period average and just 19.6% 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 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹7,800 (108.3%) 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 Lasalgaon(Niphad) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹5,100, with the average around ₹4,164. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Oct | ₹4,250 | ₹1,650 | ₹4,100 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,280 | ₹1,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,228 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,100 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹1,510 | ₹3,950 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,181 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,950 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,246 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,291 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,100 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,280 | ₹1,400 | ₹4,050 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,276 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,050 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,286 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,150 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,150 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,280 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,151 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,801 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,451 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,440 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,050 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,453 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,359 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,050 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,410 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,000 |
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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Lasalgaon(Niphad) APMC posted this Onion rate on 31 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.