From today's trading desk on 22 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹400 per quintal in Rania(Jiwan nagar) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹500
- Lowest Price Today₹300
- Average (Modal) Price₹400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 9.9% below the period average — just 81.8% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kondotty Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹3,000 (46.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Rania(Jiwan nagar) APMC ranged between ₹2 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹444. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹500 | ₹300 | ₹400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹560 | ₹320 | ₹400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹500 | ₹350 | ₹400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹550 | ₹350 | ₹400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹500 | ₹250 | ₹380 |
| 11 Aug | ₹700 | ₹450 | ₹550 |
| 09 Aug | ₹600 | ₹350 | ₹480 |
| 04 Aug | ₹500 | ₹350 | ₹400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,900 |
| 20 Jun | ₹7 | ₹2 | ₹4 |
| 19 Jun | ₹10 | ₹2 | ₹4 |
| 17 Jun | ₹10 | ₹5 | ₹6 |
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
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
To wrap up, Rania(Jiwan nagar) APMC logged this Onion rate on 22 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.