In the latest market update for 31 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,330 per quintal in Kadur APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
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₹3,332
- Lowest Price Today₹2,775
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,330
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 53.0% above the period average — just 20.0% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kadur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹3,500 (53.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kadur APMC ranged between ₹1,513 and ₹4,162, with the average around ₹2,177. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹3,332 | ₹2,775 | ₹3,330 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,330 | ₹2,775 | ₹2,775 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,330 | ₹2,775 | ₹2,775 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,330 | ₹3,330 | ₹3,330 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,775 | ₹2,378 | ₹2,378 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,775 | ₹2,378 | ₹2,378 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,775 | ₹2,378 | ₹2,378 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,775 | ₹2,775 | ₹2,775 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,775 | ₹2,775 | ₹2,775 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,082 | ₹2,082 | ₹2,082 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,775 | ₹2,775 | ₹2,775 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,330 | ₹2,082 | ₹2,082 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,082 | ₹2,082 | ₹2,082 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,162 | ₹1,983 | ₹3,330 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,666 | ₹1,666 | ₹1,666 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,776 | ₹2,775 | ₹2,775 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,081 | ₹2,081 | ₹2,081 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,776 | ₹1,665 | ₹2,081 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,665 | ₹1,665 | ₹1,665 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kadur APMC logged this Onion rate on 31 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.