In the price report dated 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Agra APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 45.2% above the period average, and just 37.5% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Agra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Agra APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹1,722. 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 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,987 | ₹3,987 | ₹3,987 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,592 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,581 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,927 |
| 11 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,815 |
| 09 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,106 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,244 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,988 | ₹3,988 | ₹3,988 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Agra 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.