Going by the latest APMC figures for 14 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in Hindol APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
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₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 31.8% above the period average, and just 18.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,500 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 5 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
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.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Hindol APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,718. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Hindol APMC on 14 Oct 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.