With the 24 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Roorkee APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 31.2% above the period average and just 18.2% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 24 Oct 2026, so you can see where Roorkee APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 6 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kollam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,850 (71.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Roorkee APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,431. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 24 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Roorkee 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.