Turning to the 17 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Baraut APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 24.5% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Munnar Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Chala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,850 (49.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Baraut APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,607. 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 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,808 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
The takeaway: Baraut APMC reported Onion at this level on 17 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.