Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 47.6% above the period average, sitting just 8.7% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 17 Oct 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pala Market APMC Leader | ₹11,200 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹10,600 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹2,846. 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 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.