Checking the day's mandi numbers for 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,400 per quintal in Badnawar APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,010
- Lowest Price Today₹600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 8.4% above the period average, sitting just 69.0% 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 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹10,600 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
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 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Badnawar APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹4,511, with the average around ₹1,292. 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 | ₹4,010 | ₹600 | ₹1,400 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,285 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,285 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,505 | ₹510 | ₹700 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹520 | ₹1,400 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹600 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,950 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Sep | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,000 | ₹851 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹510 | ₹1,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,550 | ₹400 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹600 | ₹600 | ₹600 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹605 | ₹650 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,251 | ₹1,175 | ₹2,251 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹400 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,020 | ₹511 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹1,510 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,510 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹450 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹450 | ₹800 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Badnawar APMC on 17 Oct 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.