In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,050 per quintal in Kalapipal APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Kalapipal 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₹2,050
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,050
- 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.
Right now Onion is about 77.3% above the period average — just 46.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹2,750 (52.4%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kalapipal APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹3,801, with the average around ₹1,156. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,050 | ₹500 | ₹2,050 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,101 | ₹405 | ₹2,650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹400 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,326 | ₹1,860 | ₹2,326 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹700 | ₹2,271 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹502 | ₹1,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹400 | ₹2,101 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,340 | ₹365 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,306 | ₹100 | ₹1,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,370 | ₹250 | ₹1,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹865 | ₹865 | ₹865 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,451 | ₹500 | ₹1,401 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,401 | ₹500 | ₹1,100 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,275 | ₹200 | ₹500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹400 | ₹1,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,445 | ₹300 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,401 | ₹400 | ₹600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,362 | ₹300 | ₹700 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,390 | ₹200 | ₹600 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,306 | ₹300 | ₹700 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Kalapipal APMC on 17 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.