In the price report dated 12 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,780 per quintal in Lalru 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
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,780
- Lowest Price Today₹4,780
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,780
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 41.2% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 12 Oct 2026, so you can see where Lalru APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹11,100 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 12 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹5,800 (80.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Lalru APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,780, with the average around ₹3,385. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹4,780 | ₹4,780 | ₹4,780 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,320 | ₹4,320 | ₹4,320 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,260 | ₹4,260 | ₹4,260 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,350 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Lalru APMC on 12 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.