Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Bilimora APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
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₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 31.3% above the period average — just 14.3% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Bilimora APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹3,350 (63.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bilimora APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,284. 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 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Bilimora APMC on 17 Aug 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.