As fresh arrivals settled on 31 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 32.2% above the period average, and just 4.0% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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 ₹3,400 (51.5%) 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 Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,816. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,350 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,850 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,850 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,850 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC on 31 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.