Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,101 per quintal in Kanpur(Grain) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,101
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 21.3% above the period average — just 43.5% 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
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 Harippad Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 4 Anchal Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹3,950 (59.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Kanpur(Grain) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹5,488, with the average around ₹2,556. 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 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,101 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,042 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,108 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,488 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,072 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,263 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,516 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Kanpur(Grain) 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.