With the 23 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Quadian APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
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₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
This puts Onion about 16.3% above the period average, and just 15.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aroor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹2,600 (43.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Quadian APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,923. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Quadian APMC reported Onion at this level on 23 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.