From today's trading desk on 31 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,401 per quintal in Mandsaur 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
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,991
- Lowest Price Today₹280
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,401
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 57.5% above the period average, sitting just 30.9% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,400 (51.5%) 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 Mandsaur APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,925, with the average around ₹2,159. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹4,925 | ₹811 | ₹4,100 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,991 | ₹280 | ₹3,401 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹202 | ₹1,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,638 | ₹2,620 | ₹3,555 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,346 | ₹3,346 | ₹3,346 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,581 | ₹100 | ₹3,181 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,652 | ₹901 | ₹3,001 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,681 | ₹3,581 | ₹3,681 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,401 | ₹500 | ₹3,580 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,370 | ₹800 | ₹2,265 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,132 | ₹801 | ₹2,829 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,071 | ₹100 | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,731 | ₹301 | ₹2,531 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹111 | ₹2,390 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,527 | ₹100 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,480 | ₹794 | ₹2,115 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,415 | ₹100 | ₹2,060 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,371 | ₹652 | ₹2,181 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,497 | ₹321 | ₹1,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,393 | ₹101 | ₹2,102 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Mandsaur APMC on 31 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.