Reading today's price tape for 24 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,400 per quintal in Rampurhat APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
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₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 34.8% above the period average — just 4.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹11,600 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 5 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 6 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,450 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Kollam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 12 Myladi(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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Rampurhat APMC ranged between ₹1,450 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹3,265. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,550 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Rampurhat APMC logged this Onion rate on 24 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.