In the latest market update for 24 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,325 per quintal in Devala APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What Put Devala APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,005
- Lowest Price Today₹1,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,325
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 79.8% above the period average — just 13.6% 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 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹3,250 (52.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Devala APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹5,005, with the average around ₹2,405. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹5,005 | ₹1,100 | ₹4,325 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,015 | ₹900 | ₹3,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,735 | ₹700 | ₹3,450 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹800 | ₹3,580 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,105 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹900 | ₹3,280 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,375 | ₹600 | ₹2,880 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹800 | ₹2,880 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,805 | ₹600 | ₹2,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,675 | ₹600 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹700 | ₹2,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹600 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,385 | ₹600 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,370 | ₹500 | ₹2,150 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,450 | ₹600 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,475 | ₹600 | ₹2,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,320 | ₹550 | ₹2,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹500 | ₹2,175 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹500 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,380 | ₹600 | ₹2,200 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Devala APMC logged this Onion rate on 24 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.