In today's crop-price rundown for 28 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,650 per quintal in Jangipur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 71.7% above the period average, and just 1.1% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹6,600 (94.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Jangipur APMC ranged between ₹1,250 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹2,709. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Oct | ₹4,650 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,600 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,650 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,650 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,600 |
| 25 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,550 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,650 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,575 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,550 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,550 | ₹4,450 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,900 | ₹3,950 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,850 | ₹3,950 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,850 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,650 | ₹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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Jangipur APMC reported Onion at this level on 28 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.