Checking the day's mandi numbers for 31 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,700 per quintal in Lalru APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
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₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 57.6% above the period average — right at 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 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,300 |
| 2 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹1,800 (27.7%) 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 Lalru APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹2,982. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,700 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,890 | ₹2,890 | ₹2,890 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
To wrap up, Lalru APMC logged this Onion rate on 31 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.