As the 24 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹3,850 per quintal in Durgapur APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 54.4% above the period average and just 8.3% short of 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Durgapur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,500 |
| 2 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 3 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 5 Andipatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹750 (13.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Durgapur APMC ranged between ₹1,750 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹2,494. 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 | ₹4,200 | ₹3,750 | ₹3,850 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,850 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
Net-net, Durgapur APMC posted this Onion rate on 24 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.