Turning to the 24 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Rampurmaniharan APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 7.8% above the period average, and just 4.0% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 24 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,300 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,900 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,200 (50.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Rampurmaniharan APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,227. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,260 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,425 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,433 |
| 20 Jul | ₹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
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
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 Rampurmaniharan APMC on 24 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.