Pulling together the 21 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Dhule APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹850
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
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.
Right now Onion is about 54.0% above the period average — just 27.5% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 21 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,600 (60.0%) 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 Dhule APMC ranged between ₹470 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹1,883. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹850 | ₹2,900 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹700 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹700 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹500 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,281 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹600 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,530 | ₹1,950 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹700 | ₹1,850 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹700 | ₹1,850 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹700 | ₹1,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹700 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹600 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹500 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,230 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹470 | ₹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
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
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Dhule APMC on 21 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.