As the 22 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹1,424 per quintal in Pilibhit APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,450
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,424
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 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.
This puts Onion about 16.3% above the period average, and just 13.7% 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 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kondotty Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹3,000 (46.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Pilibhit APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹1,650, with the average around ₹1,225. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,424 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,370 | ₹1,389 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,355 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,352 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,382 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,550 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,417 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,450 | ₹1,380 | ₹1,408 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,367 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹900 | ₹1,345 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,457 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹948 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,464 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 | ₹1,360 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹900 | ₹991 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,621 |
| 12 Jul | ₹1,620 | ₹1,610 | ₹1,616 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,013 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,010 | ₹925 | ₹997 |
| 04 Jul | ₹1,020 | ₹1,020 | ₹1,020 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Pilibhit APMC on 22 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.