In the mandi rate roundup for 26 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,055 per quintal in Meerut APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,055
- Lowest Price Today₹4,055
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,055
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
This puts Onion about 77.6% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Madhuranthagam(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.
The ₹750 (12.5%) 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 This Week Trend
Over the past week, Onion prices at Meerut APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,055, with the average around ₹2,283. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹4,055 | ₹4,055 | ₹4,055 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,534 | ₹3,534 | ₹3,534 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,631 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,706 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,536 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,272 | ₹3,272 | ₹3,272 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,510 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,611 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,012 |
| 16 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Meerut APMC on 26 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.