Reading today's price tape for 26 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,900 per quintal in Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC on Top Today
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₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 19.6% above the period average — just 9.2% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 26 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹13,600 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹12,500 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹12,000 |
| 5 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹11,500 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹11,000 |
| 7 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 8 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 9 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 10 Pollachi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,250 |
| 11 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹6,250 (80.6%) 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 Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC ranged between ₹3,800 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹4,934. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 25 Oct | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Oct | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Oct | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Oct | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 19 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 18 Oct | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 17 Oct | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 25 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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 wrap up, Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC logged this Onion rate on 26 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.