With the 24 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Balurghat APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 28.2% above the period average and just 14.0% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 24 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹4,850 (71.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Balurghat APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,354. 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 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 24 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Balurghat 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.