In today's crop-price rundown for 24 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,301 per quintal in Akodiya APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,301
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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.
Today's rate is about 51.3% above the period average and just 54.2% 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 24 Aug 2026, so you can see where Akodiya 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹3,200 (50.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Akodiya APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹7,200, with the average around ₹2,182. 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 | ₹4,200 | ₹500 | ₹3,301 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,780 | ₹500 | ₹3,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹400 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹500 | ₹3,301 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,480 | ₹500 | ₹3,260 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,020 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹608 | ₹2,960 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,501 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,501 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,270 | ₹990 | ₹2,270 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,801 | ₹701 | ₹2,360 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹300 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,601 | ₹400 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,270 | ₹500 | ₹2,270 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹912 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,430 | ₹100 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,470 | ₹600 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,503 | ₹510 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹900 | ₹1,412 |
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 day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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, Akodiya APMC posted this Onion rate on 24 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.