In the day's wholesale-price digest for 13 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,100 per quintal in Pratapgarh APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹3,650
- Lowest Price Today₹1,360
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 33.0% above the period average, sitting just 32.0% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Munnar Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Anchal Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹4,300 (58.9%) 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 Pratapgarh APMC ranged between ₹450 and ₹4,560, with the average around ₹2,330. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Oct | ₹3,650 | ₹1,360 | ₹3,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,691 | ₹1,191 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,515 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹1,510 | ₹3,650 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹1,430 | ₹3,740 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,370 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,880 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹1,410 | ₹3,980 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,640 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,140 | ₹1,110 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹1,260 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,480 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,450 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,530 | ₹2,110 | ₹3,890 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,480 | ₹2,110 | ₹3,850 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,501 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,450 |
| 30 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,549 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹2,240 | ₹3,350 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,360 | ₹1,610 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,560 | ₹1,620 | ₹2,850 |
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
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 Pratapgarh APMC on 13 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.