In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,250 per quintal in Ratlam APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Ratlam APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,100
- Lowest Price Today₹925
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 14.7% above the period average — just 37.7% 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 Ratlam APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Bishenpur 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.
At ₹2,750 (52.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ratlam APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹3,612, with the average around ₹1,962. 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 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹925 | ₹2,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,333 | ₹405 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹200 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,860 | ₹200 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,827 | ₹300 | ₹2,201 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹1,150 | ₹2,350 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,655 | ₹500 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,636 | ₹500 | ₹2,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹300 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,866 | ₹1,866 | ₹1,866 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,551 | ₹400 | ₹1,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,541 | ₹400 | ₹1,801 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹365 | ₹1,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,611 | ₹500 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹410 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,611 | ₹402 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹502 | ₹1,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,491 | ₹400 | ₹1,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,561 | ₹400 | ₹1,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,601 | ₹350 | ₹1,900 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Ratlam 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.