Checking the day's mandi numbers for 21 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Jodhpur (F&V) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
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₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Medium)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 14.2% above the period average — just 40.0% short of 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 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pattambi Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 7 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 9 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
That ₹1,750 (30.4%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Jodhpur (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,576. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹800 | ₹1,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹800 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,750 |
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 headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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 wrap up, Jodhpur (F&V) APMC logged this Onion rate on 21 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.