As fresh arrivals settled on 26 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,050 per quintal in Khairagarh APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,100
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
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.
Today's rate is about 104.0% above the period average and just 1.2% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 26 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
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.
A spread of ₹1,100 (18.3%) 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 Khairagarh APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹4,100, with the average around ₹1,985. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,050 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,050 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,550 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,548 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 26 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Khairagarh APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.