In today's crop-price rundown for 28 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Haridwar Union APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 49.6% above the period average, and just 24.0% 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 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹13,600 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹11,200 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 6 Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,250 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
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.
At ₹6,600 (94.3%), 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 Haridwar Union APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,540. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 24 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,800 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
The takeaway: Haridwar Union APMC reported Onion at this level on 28 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.