Based on what the markets reported on 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,351 per quintal in Dindori APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,881
- Lowest Price Today₹3,001
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,351
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 45.1% above the period average — just 13.7% 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 Dindori 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 Munnar Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Chala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹2,850 (49.6%), 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 Dindori APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,881, with the average around ₹2,309. 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 | ₹3,881 | ₹3,001 | ₹3,351 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,051 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,526 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,150 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,150 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,150 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,353 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,451 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,451 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,250 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,250 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,611 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,400 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Dindori APMC logged this Onion rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.