Looking at how the yards traded on 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Bassi APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 33.0% above the period average, sitting just 10.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Pudukottai(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.
At ₹3,000 (60.0%), 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 Bassi APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,707. 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 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Bassi APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.