As fresh arrivals settled on 21 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,518 per quintal in Agra APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Agra APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,518
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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 20.6% above the period average and just 58.9% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
The ₹3,600 (60.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Agra APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹3,694, with the average around ₹1,258. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,518 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,694 | ₹3,694 | ₹3,694 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹856 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹900 | ₹1,435 |
| 30 Jul | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹846 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,223 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,647 | ₹800 | ₹843 |
| 27 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 26 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Agra APMC posted this Onion rate on 21 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.