In the mandi rate roundup for 15 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in Manubazar APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 0.7% above the period average, and just 7.1% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Koduvayoor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,300 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
The ₹3,550 (74.7%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Manubazar APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹3,872. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 19 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Manubazar APMC on 15 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.