Here's the 17 Jul 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹2,277 per quintal in Sikanderabad APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Sikanderabad APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,277
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 4.6% above the period average, sitting just 8.9% 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 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 6 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Kakching Market APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 (81.1%) 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 Sikanderabad APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,177. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,242 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,420 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,096 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,338 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,358 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,277 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,216 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,453 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,392 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,346 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,447 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,329 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Sikanderabad APMC on 17 Jul 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.