Pulling together the 17 Oct 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹3,521 per quintal in Prayagraj APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,522
- Lowest Price Today₹3,520
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,521
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 92.5% above the period average, sitting just 39.4% 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
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 Chala Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 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.
That ₹3,850 (57.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹5,806, with the average around ₹1,829. 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 | ₹3,522 | ₹3,520 | ₹3,521 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,630 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,806 | ₹5,806 | ₹5,806 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,600 | ₹3,510 | ₹3,554 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,050 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,017 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,003 |
| 20 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,002 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,279 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,103 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,038 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,109 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Prayagraj APMC on 17 Oct 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.