Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in Ahmedabad(Chimanbhai Patal Market Vasana) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 52.7% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Ahmedabad(Chimanbhai Patal Market Vasana) 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.
At ₹3,850 (57.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ahmedabad(Chimanbhai Patal Market Vasana) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹3,110. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,050 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 16 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,350 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,950 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,950 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,550 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,900 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,950 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,300 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,900 |
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
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 Ahmedabad(Chimanbhai Patal Market Vasana) 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.