Reading today's price tape for 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,150 per quintal in Birmaharajpur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,050
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,150
- 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 11.2% above the period average — just 2.3% 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
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 Thoubal APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Pennagaram(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.
At ₹1,950 (40.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Birmaharajpur APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,933. 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 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,150 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,050 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,050 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,950 | ₹2,050 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,850 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,920 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,850 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,950 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,850 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,950 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,850 |
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
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
To wrap up, Birmaharajpur APMC logged this Onion rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.