In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,269 per quintal in Bhadara APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,269
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 36.3% above the period average, sitting just 14.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Bhadara APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,900 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 7 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
The ₹3,000 (42.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bhadara APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,133. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,269 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,286 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,143 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,556 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,575 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,667 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,378 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,950 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,890 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,425 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,286 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,129 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,425 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,267 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,488 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,083 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,200 |
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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Bhadara APMC on 12 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.