In the price report dated 30 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Bassi APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 45.7% above the period average, and just 6.9% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 30 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹13,600 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹12,300 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹11,400 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
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.
That ₹6,350 (87.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Bassi APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹3,706. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Nov | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 30 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
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
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bassi APMC reported Onion at this level on 30 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.