In the latest market update for 22 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Rahuri(Vambori) 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
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 54.7% above the period average, sitting just 28.9% 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 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kondotty Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,000 (46.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Rahuri(Vambori) APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,069. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹500 | ₹3,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹500 | ₹3,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹500 | ₹2,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹500 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹300 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹200 | ₹2,100 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹200 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹200 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹200 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹200 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹200 | ₹1,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹200 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹200 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹200 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹200 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹200 | ₹1,800 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹200 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹200 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹200 | ₹1,700 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Rahuri(Vambori) APMC on 22 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.