Going by the latest APMC figures for 02 Nov 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,100 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Nov 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-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 23.2% above the period average, and just 17.7% 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 02 Nov 2026, so you can see where Melaghar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹11,800 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 4 Perundurai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Kariyapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Aruppukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
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 ₹6,350 (87.6%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹4,139. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Nov | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 01 Nov | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 26 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Melaghar APMC on 02 Nov 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.