In the mandi rate roundup for 26 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,105 per quintal in Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹3,955
- Lowest Price Today₹1,705
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,105
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
This puts Onion about 73.9% above the period average, and just 21.9% 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 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) 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 | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
A spread of ₹750 (12.5%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC ranged between ₹475 and ₹3,975, with the average around ₹1,785. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹3,955 | ₹1,705 | ₹3,105 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,975 | ₹2,005 | ₹3,305 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,855 | ₹1,755 | ₹3,055 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,825 | ₹1,750 | ₹3,055 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,755 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,050 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,825 | ₹1,825 | ₹3,255 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,755 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,705 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,025 | ₹1,305 | ₹2,475 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,105 | ₹1,550 | ₹2,550 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,955 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,125 | ₹750 | ₹1,405 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,175 | ₹650 | ₹1,405 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,155 | ₹800 | ₹1,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,325 | ₹875 | ₹1,455 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,225 | ₹625 | ₹1,525 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,175 | ₹650 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,125 | ₹600 | ₹1,405 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,455 | ₹900 | ₹1,675 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,405 | ₹650 | ₹1,575 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,550 | ₹475 | ₹1,015 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC on 26 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.