From today's trading desk on 28 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,800 per quintal in Machhiwara APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01What Put Machhiwara APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day 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 40.6% above the period average — just 4.0% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹6,600 (94.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Machhiwara APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,414. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,800 |
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
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Machhiwara APMC logged this Onion rate on 28 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.