In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Sendhwa(F&V) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
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₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 107.2% above the period average and just 14.8% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Chala Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹3,250 (48.1%) 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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Sendhwa(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹1,110. 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 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,600 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,700 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 20 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 19 Sep | ₹1,700 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 18 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 17 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 15 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
| 13 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
| 12 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
| 11 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
| 09 Sep | ₹1,600 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sendhwa(F&V) APMC posted this Onion rate on 17 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.