With the 17 Oct 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Dhuri APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 24.5% above the period average and just 10.9% 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 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹10,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 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 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,850 (57.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dhuri APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹3,292. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 25 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,300 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,250 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Oct 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Dhuri APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.