Pulling together the 21 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹2,531 per quintal in APMC Azadpur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,250
- Lowest Price Today₹1,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,531
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 14.8% above the period average, sitting just 22.1% 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 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where APMC Azadpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Kanjangadu Market 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.
That ₹2,500 (41.7%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at APMC Azadpur APMC ranged between ₹750 and ₹3,250, with the average around ₹2,204. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,531 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,531 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,531 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,531 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,531 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,419 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,419 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,419 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,419 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,419 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,419 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,419 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,419 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,344 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,344 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,344 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,344 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,344 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,250 | ₹2,438 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,250 | ₹2,438 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at APMC Azadpur APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.