In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Abohar APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹4,560
- Lowest Price Today₹3,510
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 5-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 1.0% above the period average, sitting just 14.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹9,400 |
| 2 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 8 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM 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.
A spread of ₹2,650 (39.3%) 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 5-Day Trend
Over the last 5 days, Onion prices at Abohar APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹3,961. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,560 | ₹3,510 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,260 | ₹3,610 | ₹3,815 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,120 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,230 | ₹4,080 | ₹4,140 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,100 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Abohar APMC on 20 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.