In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,875 per quintal in APMC Nagpur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,875
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 14.5% below the period average, and just 29.5% 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 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹4,600 (69.7%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at APMC Nagpur APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,533. 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 | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,875 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,875 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,750 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,250 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,875 |
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
The takeaway: APMC Nagpur APMC reported Onion at this level on 17 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.