Based on what the markets reported on 31 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,205 per quintal in Soyatkalan APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
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₹3,905
- Lowest Price Today₹200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,205
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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.
Right now Onion is about 3.7% below the period average — just 69.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
That ₹3,400 (51.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Soyatkalan APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹3,905, with the average around ₹1,251. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹3,905 | ₹200 | ₹1,205 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹200 | ₹3,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,640 | ₹500 | ₹1,105 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹300 | ₹2,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,710 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,751 | ₹300 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,610 | ₹615 | ₹2,610 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹500 | ₹1,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹200 | ₹1,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,120 | ₹500 | ₹1,605 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,735 | ₹500 | ₹2,305 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,451 | ₹600 | ₹2,375 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹400 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,210 | ₹1,450 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,851 | ₹365 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,515 | ₹415 | ₹1,515 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,355 | ₹200 | ₹1,815 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,710 | ₹470 | ₹900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,075 | ₹300 | ₹1,910 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
To wrap up, Soyatkalan APMC logged this Onion rate on 31 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.