Checking the day's mandi numbers for 26 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,557 per quintal in Muzzafarnagar APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,557
- Lowest Price Today₹3,557
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,557
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 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.
Right now Onion is about 46.8% above the period average — just 6.3% 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 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Muzzafarnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹1,100 (18.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the past week, Onion prices at Muzzafarnagar APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹3,797, with the average around ₹2,423. 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 | ₹3,557 | ₹3,557 | ₹3,557 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,387 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,797 | ₹3,797 | ₹3,797 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,160 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,650 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,650 |
| 28 Jun | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Muzzafarnagar APMC on 26 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.