In the latest market update for 29 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Madhubani APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Madhubani APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 61.8% above the period average, sitting just 4.2% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 29 Aug 2026, so you can see where Madhubani APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹3,600 (56.3%) 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 Madhubani APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹2,843. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Madhubani APMC on 29 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.