Looking at how the yards traded on 12 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in APMC Mangal Wedha APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 2.5% below the period average — just 38.4% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 12 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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 ₹3,000 (42.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at APMC Mangal Wedha APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹7,300, with the average around ₹4,614. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹1,700 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,670 | ₹4,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹1,650 | ₹4,450 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,350 | ₹2,400 | ₹5,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,510 |
| 09 Sep | ₹7,300 | ₹2,500 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,525 | ₹1,400 | ₹4,350 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,200 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, APMC Mangal Wedha APMC logged this Onion rate on 12 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.