Turning to the 17 Oct 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹3,791 per quintal in Kurnool APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,207
- Lowest Price Today₹407
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,791
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
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.
This puts Onion about 13.8% above the period average, and just 26.4% 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
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 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 Kurnool APMC ranged between ₹407 and ₹5,150, with the average around ₹3,332. 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 | ₹4,207 | ₹407 | ₹3,791 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,189 | ₹609 | ₹3,681 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,324 | ₹642 | ₹3,691 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,151 | ₹629 | ₹3,569 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,015 | ₹829 | ₹3,391 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,819 | ₹786 | ₹3,329 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,565 | ₹909 | ₹3,925 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,630 | ₹601 | ₹3,830 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,429 | ₹1,027 | ₹3,641 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,825 | ₹1,367 | ₹3,459 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,680 | ₹906 | ₹3,686 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,629 | ₹2,519 | ₹4,585 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,935 | ₹2,665 | ₹4,333 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,913 | ₹2,167 | ₹4,329 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,925 | ₹1,359 | ₹4,660 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,511 | ₹1,505 | ₹3,839 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,555 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,689 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,611 | ₹1,467 | ₹3,891 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,150 | ₹1,767 | ₹4,189 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,739 | ₹1,843 | ₹4,739 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
The takeaway: Kurnool 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.