In today's crop-price rundown for 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Sainthia 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
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 16.6% above the period average, and just 2.9% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sainthia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Ramanathapuram(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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,916. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
The takeaway: Sainthia 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.