As the 26 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in Phillaur APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Phillaur 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₹3,300
- Lowest Price Today₹3,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 19.2% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 26 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Madhavapuram Market APMC Leader | ₹7,100 |
| 2 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 6 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,100 (18.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Phillaur APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹3,300, with the average around ₹2,768. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,193 | ₹2,193 | ₹2,193 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,193 | ₹2,193 | ₹2,193 |
| 22 Jun | ₹2,193 | ₹2,193 | ₹2,193 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Phillaur APMC reported Onion at this level on 26 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.