From today's trading desk on 14 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹919 per quintal in Prayagraj APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,437
- Lowest Price Today₹900
- Average (Modal) Price₹919
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 1.3% above the period average, sitting just 73.6% short of 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 14 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Munnar Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 5 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹3,850 (81.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Prayagraj APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹3,483, with the average around ₹907. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,437 | ₹900 | ₹919 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,021 | ₹900 | ₹907 |
| 12 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,001 | ₹900 | ₹918 |
| 10 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,001 | ₹900 | ₹901 |
| 29 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,415 | ₹900 | ₹905 |
| 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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Prayagraj APMC on 14 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.