In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,318 per quintal in Sehore APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Sehore APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,318
- Lowest Price Today₹2,703
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,318
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 13.1% above the period average, sitting just 52.6% 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 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Munnar 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 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹2,900 (50.9%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sehore APMC ranged between ₹605 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹2,933. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹4,301 | ₹3,495 | ₹4,301 |
| 02 Nov | ₹4,250 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,750 |
| 31 Oct | ₹3,911 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,600 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,181 | ₹2,311 | ₹4,181 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,850 |
| 22 Oct | ₹3,275 | ₹3,275 | ₹3,275 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,340 | ₹1,700 | ₹4,241 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,150 | ₹1,700 | ₹4,150 |
| 16 Oct | ₹3,880 | ₹1,711 | ₹2,704 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,416 | ₹1,260 | ₹1,701 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,980 | ₹1,300 | ₹3,980 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,402 | ₹3,401 | ₹4,402 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,151 | ₹2,851 | ₹4,100 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,151 | ₹2,525 | ₹3,975 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,601 | ₹775 | ₹2,311 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,205 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,431 | ₹2,350 | ₹3,801 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,640 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,570 | ₹1,550 | ₹3,570 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Sehore APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.