Reading today's price tape for 28 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Haldwani APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 41.8% above the period average, sitting just 22.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 28 Oct 2026, so you can see where Haldwani APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
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 ₹6,600 (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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Haldwani APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,468. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 28 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 21 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,700 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Haldwani APMC on 28 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.