Turning to the 17 Oct 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹4,960 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,960
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 42.2% above the period average and just 6.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 17 Oct 2026, so you can see where Sainthia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹10,600 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹10,000 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,700 |
| 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 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 11 Vadaseri RM APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
At ₹3,850 (57.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,300, with the average around ₹3,488. 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 | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Sainthia APMC posted this Onion rate on 17 Oct 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.