Based on what the markets reported on 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,590 per quintal in Kalapipal APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹3,706
- Lowest Price Today₹1,290
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,590
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 71.2% above the period average, sitting just 43.9% 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
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 Anchal Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 11 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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 ₹4,000 (60.6%) 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 Kalapipal APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹2,097. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Oct | ₹3,706 | ₹1,290 | ₹3,590 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,805 | ₹525 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,101 | ₹200 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,730 | ₹525 | ₹3,300 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,100 | ₹590 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,101 | ₹200 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,012 | ₹300 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,890 | ₹531 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,650 | ₹200 | ₹2,700 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,807 | ₹100 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,201 | ₹200 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,490 | ₹200 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,350 | ₹200 | ₹4,251 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,400 | ₹391 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,790 | ₹300 | ₹3,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,250 | ₹200 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,280 | ₹100 | ₹3,850 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,404 | ₹300 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,412 | ₹200 | ₹4,105 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Kalapipal 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.