As fresh arrivals settled on 23 Aug 2026, Cherthala Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹4,900 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A rate that leads the board is usually the product of many bids, not one generous buyer.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis9
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 32.0% above the period average and just 2.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Cherthala Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Cherthala Market APMC Leader | ₹4,900 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 3 SMY Bhuntar APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 4 Boudh APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 5 Perumbavoor Market APMC | ₹3,500 |
| 6 Dasda APMC | ₹3,300 |
| 7 Gurgaon APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 8 Tanda Urmur APMC | ₹3,000 |
| 9 Tarantaran APMC | ₹2,200 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹2,700 (122.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Cherthala Market APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,713. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 08 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 07 Jul | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 04 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Bottom line: on 23 Aug 2026, Cherthala Market APMC set the pace for Onion. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.