In the latest market update for 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,816 per quintal in Aligarh APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
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₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,816
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 18.9% below the period average, sitting just 68.4% 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 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.
At ₹2,900 (50.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Aligarh APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,742, with the average around ₹2,238. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Nov | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,519 |
| 20 Oct | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,334 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,507 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,335 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,742 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,313 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,513 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,092 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,596 |
| 19 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,210 |
| 12 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,938 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,329 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,253 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Aligarh APMC on 17 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.