Here's the 24 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹4,700 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Melaghar APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹4,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 43.8% above the period average — just 7.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
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.
That ₹3,200 (50.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹5,100, with the average around ₹3,269. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To wrap up, Melaghar APMC logged this Onion rate on 24 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.