Based on what the markets reported on 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Khagaria APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What Put Khagaria 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₹2,440
- Lowest Price Today₹2,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 0.2% below the period average, sitting just 56.6% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 17 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Katpadi (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.
That ₹2,600 (52.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Khagaria APMC ranged between ₹990 and ₹5,300, with the average around ₹2,305. 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 | ₹2,440 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,360 | ₹2,450 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,560 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,640 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,560 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,440 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,360 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,640 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,560 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,440 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,350 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,560 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,300 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,560 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,480 | ₹2,160 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,560 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,760 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,720 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,300 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,640 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,530 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,620 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,840 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,560 | ₹2,640 |
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
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Khagaria 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.