Turning to the 31 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Mugrabaadshahpur APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 87.8% above the period average and right at 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mugrabaadshahpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
The ₹3,400 (51.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Mugrabaadshahpur APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,331. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹900 | ₹1,462 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹900 | ₹1,260 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,105 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹952 |
| 28 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹977 |
| 25 Jun | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 24 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 16 Jun | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Mugrabaadshahpur APMC posted this Onion rate on 31 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.