With the 24 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹4,750 per quintal in Shimoga APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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 53.3% above the period average, and just 13.6% 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 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Shimoga APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
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 ₹3,200 (50.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Shimoga APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,099. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Shimoga APMC reported Onion at this level on 24 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.