In the mandi rate roundup for 25 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Kharar APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 29.3% above the period average, and just 25.0% 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 25 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kollam Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Bodinayakanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
At ₹850 (12.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kharar APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,481. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kharar APMC reported Onion at this level on 25 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.