Checking the day's mandi numbers for 12 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,248 per quintal in Sadasivpet APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹4,248
- Lowest Price Today₹2,133
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,248
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 22.9% above the period average — just 21.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Sadasivpet 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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sadasivpet APMC ranged between ₹609 and ₹5,419, with the average around ₹3,456. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Oct | ₹4,248 | ₹2,133 | ₹4,248 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,920 | ₹1,069 | ₹4,740 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,279 | ₹1,562 | ₹4,731 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,569 | ₹4,569 | ₹4,569 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,930 | ₹1,212 | ₹4,559 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,310 | ₹1,352 | ₹4,380 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,572 | ₹1,009 | ₹4,119 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,712 | ₹1,552 | ₹4,185 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,112 | ₹1,779 | ₹4,289 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,067 | ₹1,669 | ₹4,806 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,622 | ₹1,369 | ₹4,422 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,419 | ₹1,777 | ₹4,616 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,119 | ₹1,639 | ₹4,521 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,202 | ₹1,612 | ₹4,806 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,329 | ₹1,580 | ₹4,509 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,112 | ₹1,669 | ₹4,509 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,806 | ₹1,419 | ₹4,608 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,349 | ₹1,380 | ₹4,069 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,329 | ₹1,239 | ₹3,561 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,211 | ₹1,441 | ₹4,075 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Sadasivpet APMC logged this Onion rate on 12 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.