Turning to the 14 Oct 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹1,300 per quintal in Puranpur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 35.3% below the period average, and just 78.3% 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 14 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹10,800 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 8 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 9 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 11 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 12 Parassala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹5,000 (62.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Puranpur APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹5,990, with the average around ₹2,009. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,990 | ₹5,990 | ₹5,990 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,714 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 19 Jun | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 18 Jun | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Puranpur APMC on 14 Oct 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.