With the 21 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹3,125 per quintal in Saharanpur APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
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₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,060
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,125
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 33.1% above the period average, and just 32.1% 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 21 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aroor Market APMC Leader | ₹9,100 |
| 2 Neemuch(F&V) APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Sankarankoil(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹2,500 (37.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Saharanpur APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹2,347. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,125 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,050 | ₹3,050 | ₹3,050 |
| 19 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹3,020 | ₹3,118 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,550 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,149 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,177 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,251 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,123 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,209 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,030 | ₹3,198 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,665 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,648 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,620 | ₹3,540 | ₹3,584 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,620 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,609 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,598 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,850 | ₹3,488 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Saharanpur APMC on 21 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.