Going by the latest APMC figures for 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Vikasnagar 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
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₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.5% above the period average and just 40.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
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.
That ₹2,700 (56.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,106. 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 | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹1,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹900 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹700 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹900 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹700 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 19 Jun | ₹800 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 16 Jun | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
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 day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vikasnagar APMC posted this Onion rate on 17 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.