Turning to the 31 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in HINGNA - APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
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.
This puts Onion about 64.2% above the period average, and just 5.0% 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 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where HINGNA - 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 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(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 ₹3,500 (53.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at HINGNA - APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹2,893. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,375 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,833 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,875 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,666 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,166 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,628 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,633 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in HINGNA - APMC on 31 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.