As fresh arrivals settled on 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,750 per quintal in Bhopal APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
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₹2,750
- Lowest Price Today₹2,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 30.2% above the period average and just 12.7% 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 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹3,000 (60.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bhopal APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹3,150, with the average around ₹2,112. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,150 | ₹1,400 | ₹3,150 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,550 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,550 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,025 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,458 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,025 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,340 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,035 | ₹2,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,342 | ₹1,629 | ₹2,342 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,040 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,025 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹900 | ₹1,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,025 | ₹2,300 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Bhopal APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.