Based on what the markets reported on 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,950 per quintal in Dasda APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,950
- Lowest Price Today₹2,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,950
- Reporting Mandis8
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 0.2% above the period average, sitting just 7.8% 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
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 | ₹3,500 |
| 2 Dasda APMC | ₹2,950 |
| 3 Yerraguntla APMC | ₹2,800 |
| 4 Bhagwanpur Mandi APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 5 Gurdaspur APMC | ₹2,600 |
| 6 Kosli APMC | ₹2,500 |
| 7 Vikasnagar APMC | ₹1,200 |
| 8 Rania(Jiwan nagar) APMC | ₹400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,100 (775.0%) 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 Dasda APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,943. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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 Dasda 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.