Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹200 per quintal in Rania(Jiwan nagar) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Rania(Jiwan nagar) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹250
- Lowest Price Today₹180
- Average (Modal) Price₹200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 46.8% below the period average — just 90.9% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Pala Market APMC Leader | ₹11,200 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
At ₹4,600 (69.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Rania(Jiwan nagar) APMC ranged between ₹2 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹376. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹250 | ₹180 | ₹200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹220 | ₹180 | ₹200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹320 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹300 | ₹200 | ₹250 |
| 18 Sep | ₹350 | ₹250 | ₹300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹400 | ₹250 | ₹300 |
| 06 Sep | ₹400 | ₹250 | ₹350 |
| 03 Sep | ₹400 | ₹250 | ₹350 |
| 01 Sep | ₹400 | ₹250 | ₹350 |
| 30 Aug | ₹450 | ₹300 | ₹350 |
| 27 Aug | ₹450 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹450 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹560 | ₹320 | ₹400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹500 | ₹350 | ₹400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹550 | ₹350 | ₹400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹500 | ₹250 | ₹380 |
| 11 Aug | ₹700 | ₹450 | ₹550 |
| 09 Aug | ₹600 | ₹350 | ₹480 |
| 04 Aug | ₹500 | ₹350 | ₹400 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Rania(Jiwan nagar) APMC logged this Onion rate on 17 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.