Across the reporting yards on 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 34.0% above the period average, and just 12.9% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Melaghar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pala Market APMC Leader | ₹11,200 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
That ₹4,600 (69.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹4,030. 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 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
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, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Melaghar 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.