In today's crop-price rundown for 24 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Kurali APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 42.8% above the period average and just 2.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
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 ₹3,200 (50.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Kurali APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹2,871. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,150 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Net-net, Kurali APMC posted this Onion rate on 24 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.