Reading today's price tape for 31 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Raxaul APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 60.3% above the period average, sitting just 2.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Raxaul APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (23.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Raxaul APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,400, with the average around ₹2,682. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Raxaul APMC on 31 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.