Looking at how the yards traded on 31 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Kailaras APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What Put Kailaras APMC on Top Today
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₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 49.0% above the period average, sitting just 25.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(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.
The ₹3,500 (53.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kailaras APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,014. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹800 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Kailaras APMC on 31 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.