Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Mehmoodabad APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01What Put Mehmoodabad APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 26.6% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Mehmoodabad 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 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Chala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
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 ₹2,900 (50.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Onion prices at Mehmoodabad APMC ranged between ₹1,050 and ₹1,500, with the average around ₹1,185. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
| 11 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
| 04 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
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 headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Mehmoodabad APMC reported Onion at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.