In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
This puts Onion about 32.6% above the period average, and just 17.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 20 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹13,000 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Sathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Lalgudi(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 ₹6,250 (92.6%) 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 Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹3,468. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,050 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 06 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
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
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
The takeaway: Ghatal APMC reported Onion at this level on 20 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.