Here's the 23 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Haridwar Union APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 66.3% above the period average — just 26.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Haridwar Union APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aroor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹2,600 (43.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Haridwar Union APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹4,100, with the average around ₹1,804. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,550 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
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
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
To wrap up, Haridwar Union APMC logged this Onion rate on 23 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.