In today's crop-price rundown for 22 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in APMC Pimpalgaon Baswant APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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 4.3% below the period average and just 38.2% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 3 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹3,750 (55.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at APMC Pimpalgaon Baswant APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹6,800, with the average around ₹4,388. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,301 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,501 | ₹1,900 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,880 | ₹1,800 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,980 | ₹1,800 | ₹4,250 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,690 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,611 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,758 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,480 | ₹2,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,551 | ₹2,100 | ₹4,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,581 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,325 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,999 | ₹1,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,501 | ₹1,200 | ₹4,550 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,499 | ₹1,300 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,652 | ₹1,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,401 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,700 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 22 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in APMC Pimpalgaon Baswant APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.