In the latest market update for 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Betul(F&V) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Betul(F&V) APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 3.5% below the period average — just 37.5% 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 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
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.
That ₹3,950 (59.4%) 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 Betul(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,590. 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 | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Betul(F&V) APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.