As fresh arrivals settled on 23 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,650 per quintal in Durgapur APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,750
- Lowest Price Today₹4,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 43.9% above the period average, and just 3.1% 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 23 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹14,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹11,600 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹10,500 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 6 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,800 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 8 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹7,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹6,750 (93.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Durgapur APMC ranged between ₹1,750 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹3,232. 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 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,600 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,750 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,650 |
| 20 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,600 |
| 18 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,600 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,650 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,550 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,550 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,550 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,450 | ₹4,600 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,650 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,550 | ₹4,700 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,350 | ₹4,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,300 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
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
The takeaway: Durgapur APMC reported Onion at this level on 23 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.