As the 24 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in Dasda APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 11.0% above the period average, and just 2.9% 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
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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹750 (13.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dasda APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹3,400, with the average around ₹2,972. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,150 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,150 | ₹3,050 | ₹3,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,050 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹3,050 | ₹3,050 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Dasda APMC reported Onion at this level on 24 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.