With the 21 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹3,050 per quintal in Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,755
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 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 26.2% above the period average, and just 35.2% 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 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹2,500 (41.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC ranged between ₹475 and ₹4,705, with the average around ₹2,417. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Nov | ₹3,655 | ₹1,125 | ₹2,825 |
| 05 Nov | ₹3,775 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,905 |
| 04 Nov | ₹3,855 | ₹1,375 | ₹3,125 |
| 03 Nov | ₹3,955 | ₹1,225 | ₹3,000 |
| 02 Nov | ₹3,905 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,950 |
| 31 Oct | ₹4,150 | ₹1,750 | ₹3,375 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,465 | ₹1,790 | ₹3,240 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,350 | ₹1,725 | ₹3,175 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,250 | ₹1,650 | ₹3,055 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,205 | ₹1,605 | ₹3,005 |
| 26 Oct | ₹4,255 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,955 |
| 24 Oct | ₹3,025 | ₹1,605 | ₹1,950 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,325 | ₹1,710 | ₹2,955 |
| 22 Oct | ₹4,455 | ₹1,655 | ₹3,025 |
| 21 Oct | ₹4,405 | ₹1,705 | ₹3,055 |
| 19 Oct | ₹4,455 | ₹1,805 | ₹3,125 |
| 17 Oct | ₹4,450 | ₹1,655 | ₹3,155 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,305 | ₹1,805 | ₹3,055 |
| 15 Oct | ₹3,855 | ₹1,750 | ₹3,055 |
| 14 Oct | ₹3,525 | ₹1,455 | ₹2,955 |
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
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 Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC on 21 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.