In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Oct 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,250 per quintal in Bankura Sadar APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Bankura Sadar APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,050
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 25.9% above the period average, and just 19.0% 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
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 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 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 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.
A spread of ₹3,850 (57.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Bankura Sadar APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹5,250, with the average around ₹3,377. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹4,450 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,050 | ₹4,250 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,450 | ₹4,550 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,650 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,750 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,250 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,050 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Sep | ₹5,250 | ₹4,750 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,000 |
| 20 Sep | ₹5,250 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,050 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,250 | ₹4,850 | ₹5,050 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,850 | ₹5,050 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,250 | ₹4,850 | ₹5,100 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,250 | ₹4,850 | ₹5,150 |
| 10 Sep | ₹5,250 | ₹4,850 | ₹5,100 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,250 | ₹4,850 | ₹5,050 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bankura Sadar 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.