Turning to the 16 Oct 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹1,850 per quintal in Kasganj APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,850
- Lowest Price Today₹1,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 7.9% above the period average and just 9.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 16 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 6 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 8 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 ₹6,000 (85.7%) 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 Kasganj APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹2,042, with the average around ₹1,714. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Oct | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 15 Oct | ₹1,900 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,883 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,042 | ₹2,042 | ₹2,042 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,858 | ₹1,858 | ₹1,858 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,981 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,869 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 07 Sep | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 03 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 31 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,878 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,890 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Kasganj APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.