Reading today's price tape for 21 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Gorakhpur APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 33.6% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Gorakhpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Tirukattupalli(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 ₹3,600 (60.0%) 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 Gorakhpur APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,123. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,510 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,501 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,653 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,009 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,020 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,002 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,002 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,018 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Gorakhpur 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.