Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Tiphra APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 51.9% above the period average and just 23.6% 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 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chala Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 3 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
The ₹3,500 (53.8%) 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 Tiphra APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹2,765. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,300 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
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
Net-net, Tiphra APMC posted this Onion rate on 17 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.