Turning to the 23 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Vadakkenchery Market APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 31.3% below the period average and just 47.4% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 9 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹2,500 (41.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Onion prices at Vadakkenchery Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹9,500, with the average around ₹7,273. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,500 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 16 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Vadakkenchery Market APMC posted this Onion rate on 23 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.