Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Khandhla APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Khandhla APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- 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.
Right now Onion is about 64.3% above the period average — just 16.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 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.
That ₹3,850 (57.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Khandhla APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,557. 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 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,550 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,497 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Khandhla APMC logged this Onion rate on 17 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.