Going by the latest APMC figures for 23 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,700 per quintal in Lalru APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What Put Lalru APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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.
This puts Onion about 33.8% above the period average, and just 4.1% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 23 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 Pala Market APMC Leader | ₹11,200 |
| 2 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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 ₹4,600 (69.7%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Lalru APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹3,512. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,680 | ₹4,680 | ₹4,680 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 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 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Lalru APMC on 23 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.