As fresh arrivals settled on 14 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,823 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,109
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,823
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 57.0% above the period average, and just 28.4% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Boudh APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Anna nagar(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.
At ₹6,000 (85.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,342, with the average around ₹2,435. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Oct | ₹5,109 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,823 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,567 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,521 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,010 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,764 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,568 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,513 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,543 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,592 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,342 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,560 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,050 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,737 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,608 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,522 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Varanasi APMC reported Onion at this level on 14 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.