In today's crop-price rundown for 31 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Lalganj APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 147.0% above the period average, and right at 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 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,400 (51.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Lalganj APMC ranged between ₹750 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹1,417. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 05 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,071 |
| 26 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 21 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹898 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹900 |
| 19 Jun | ₹850 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 18 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹800 | ₹821 |
| 17 Jun | ₹850 | ₹750 | ₹800 |
| 16 Jun | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Lalganj APMC reported Onion at this level on 31 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.