Turning to the 24 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹3,135 per quintal in Aligarh APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,135
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 83.3% above the period average, and just 21.6% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 24 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,200 (50.8%) 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 Aligarh APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹1,710. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,135 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,704 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,589 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,332 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,807 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,816 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,838 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,882 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,855 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,855 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,950 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,933 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,947 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,987 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,918 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Aligarh APMC on 24 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.