Looking at how the yards traded on 31 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Lasalgaon APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 58.7% above the period average, sitting just 17.7% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lasalgaon APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
The ₹3,400 (51.5%) 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 Lasalgaon APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹4,860, with the average around ₹2,521. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹4,860 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,751 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,401 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,403 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,900 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,552 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,280 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,951 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,321 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,101 | ₹900 | ₹3,551 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,051 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,641 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,360 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,202 | ₹800 | ₹2,870 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,160 | ₹800 | ₹2,825 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,001 | ₹800 | ₹2,685 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,928 | ₹800 | ₹2,551 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,805 | ₹800 | ₹2,375 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,751 | ₹700 | ₹2,180 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,711 | ₹700 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹700 | ₹2,251 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Lasalgaon 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.