Here's the 17 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹1,591 per quintal in Buland Shahr APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,750
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,591
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 16.3% above the period average — just 9.1% 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
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 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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹2,750 (52.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Buland Shahr APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹1,750, with the average around ₹1,368. 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 | ₹1,750 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,591 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,408 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,404 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,525 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,410 | ₹1,402 | ₹1,406 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,409 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,403 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,456 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,410 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,403 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,407 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,404 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Buland Shahr 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.