Reading today's price tape for 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Aligarh APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Aligarh APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- 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.
Right now Onion is about 73.0% above the period average — just 33.8% 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 Chala Market APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 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.
A spread of ₹3,250 (48.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Aligarh APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,742, with the average around ₹2,196. 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 | ₹4,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,507 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,335 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,742 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,313 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,513 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,092 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,596 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,210 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,938 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,329 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,253 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,149 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Aligarh APMC on 17 Oct 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.