In today's crop-price rundown for 26 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Muradabad APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 99.4% above the period average and right at 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 26 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Madhuranthagam(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 ₹750 (12.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Muradabad APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,254. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,525 | ₹1,525 | ₹1,525 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,515 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,501 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,520 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,507 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,515 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,502 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,515 | ₹1,510 | ₹1,513 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
Net-net, Muradabad APMC posted this Onion rate on 26 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.