Turning to the 17 Oct 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹4,063 per quintal in Bhadara APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,063
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 28.1% above the period average, and just 18.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 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 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.
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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bhadara APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,172. 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 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,063 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,125 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,083 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,269 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,286 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,143 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,556 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,575 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,667 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,378 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,950 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,890 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,425 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,286 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,129 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,425 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,267 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bhadara APMC reported Onion at this level on 17 Oct 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.