Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Kailaras APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Kailaras APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
Right now Onion is about 18.6% above the period average — just 30.0% 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 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 5 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 8 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Medavakkam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Dindigul(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹2,500 (38.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kailaras APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,360. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kailaras APMC logged this Onion rate on 17 Oct 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.