Across the reporting yards on 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,155 per quintal in Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,450
- Lowest Price Today₹1,655
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,155
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 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.
Today's rate is about 43.3% above the period average and just 32.9% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹10,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 6 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
The ₹3,850 (57.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC ranged between ₹475 and ₹4,705, with the average around ₹2,202. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹4,450 | ₹1,655 | ₹3,155 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,305 | ₹1,805 | ₹3,055 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,855 | ₹1,750 | ₹3,055 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,525 | ₹1,455 | ₹2,955 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,805 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,955 | ₹1,605 | ₹2,955 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,125 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,055 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,605 | ₹2,905 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,425 | ₹1,655 | ₹2,950 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,325 | ₹1,775 | ₹3,005 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,175 | ₹1,675 | ₹2,950 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,325 | ₹1,655 | ₹2,955 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,405 | ₹1,725 | ₹3,025 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,305 | ₹1,755 | ₹3,275 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,225 | ₹1,605 | ₹3,025 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,055 | ₹1,555 | ₹3,155 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,475 | ₹1,855 | ₹3,625 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,405 | ₹1,755 | ₹3,525 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,455 | ₹1,955 | ₹3,655 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,405 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,555 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.