Turning to the 21 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Rajsamand APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 6.5% above the period average and just 23.1% 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 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹2,500 (41.7%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Rajsamand APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹1,878. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
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 yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Rajsamand APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.