Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,300 per quintal in Gautampura APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹1,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 13.5% above the period average, sitting just 69.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹3,850 (57.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Gautampura APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹4,220, with the average around ₹1,145. 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 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹1,800 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,051 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,100 | ₹600 | ₹1,100 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹600 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹600 | ₹1,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,220 | ₹900 | ₹1,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,300 | ₹500 | ₹1,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹800 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹921 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹900 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹1,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹500 | ₹1,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹551 | ₹3,000 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Gautampura APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.