In the price report dated 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,665 per quintal in Jaunpur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Jaunpur APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,665
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 46.6% above the period average and just 8.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Jaunpur 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 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.
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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Jaunpur APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,499. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,665 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,824 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,703 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,742 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,749 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,721 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,779 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,611 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,886 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,739 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,530 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Jaunpur APMC posted this Onion rate on 17 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.