In the mandi rate roundup for 24 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,800 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,900
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 77.9% above the period average, and just 2.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Ghatal APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
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.
The ₹3,200 (50.8%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹2,698. 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 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,840 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,850 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,860 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,840 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,760 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,740 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ghatal APMC reported Onion at this level on 24 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.