Turning to the 17 Oct 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹4,700 per quintal in Dhupguri APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹4,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Oct 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 28.6% above the period average and just 9.6% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Oct 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,850 (57.0%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dhupguri APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹3,654. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 14 Oct | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 13 Oct | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,700 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Dhupguri 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.