As the 15 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Dasda APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,050
- Lowest Price Today₹2,950
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 1.9% above the period average, and just 6.3% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 15 Aug 2026, so you can see where Dasda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 5 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 6 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 7 Udumalpet APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 8 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 9 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
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 ₹2,750 (64.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dasda APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,943. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹2,950 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 | ₹2,950 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 19 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,950 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Dasda APMC reported Onion at this level on 15 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.