In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Kosli APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 13.6% 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
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 Kattappana Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹2,700 (56.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Kosli APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,200. 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 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 20 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Kosli APMC on 17 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.