Reading today's price tape for 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,525 per quintal in Muzzafarnagar APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,580
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,525
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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 9.0% below the period average, sitting just 47.9% 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 Chala Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 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 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹3,300 (49.3%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Muzzafarnagar APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹4,848, with the average around ₹2,774. 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 | ₹2,580 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,525 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,848 | ₹4,848 | ₹4,848 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,072 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,557 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,347 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,387 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,797 | ₹3,797 | ₹3,797 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,160 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,650 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,650 |
| 28 Jun | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Muzzafarnagar APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.