In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
This puts Onion about 27.6% above the period average, and just 42.7% short of 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 Varanasi 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 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
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.
That ₹2,750 (52.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,490, with the average around ₹1,568. 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 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,010 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,096 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,009 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,019 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,004 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,615 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,619 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,709 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,613 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,624 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,652 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,490 | ₹3,490 | ₹3,490 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,613 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
The takeaway: Varanasi 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.