In today's crop-price rundown for 24 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Gurdaspur APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 41.4% above the period average and just 4.8% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 24 Oct 2026, so you can see where Gurdaspur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 6 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 7 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 8 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kollam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
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.
At ₹4,800 (70.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Gurdaspur APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹2,828. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,950 | ₹3,950 | ₹3,950 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,350 | ₹3,350 | ₹3,350 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Bottom line: on 24 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Gurdaspur 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.