Checking the day's mandi numbers for 24 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,300 per quintal in Pukharayan APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,300
- Lowest Price Today₹1,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 4.8% above the period average, sitting right at the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Pukharayan APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,300, with the average around ₹1,241. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 01 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,023 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,111 |
| 21 Jun | ₹1,300 | ₹1,260 | ₹1,280 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,250 | ₹1,210 | ₹1,230 |
| 19 Jun | ₹1,250 | ₹1,230 | ₹1,240 |
| 18 Jun | ₹1,260 | ₹1,230 | ₹1,245 |
| 17 Jun | ₹1,260 | ₹1,220 | ₹1,240 |
| 16 Jun | ₹1,250 | ₹1,225 | ₹1,240 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Pukharayan APMC on 24 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.