In the latest market update for 24 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,083 per quintal in Kairana APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Kairana APMC on Top Today
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,083
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 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.
At this level, Onion is about 71.9% above the period average, sitting just 5.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹3,200 (50.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kairana APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,212. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,083 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹857 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹800 | ₹1,002 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Kairana APMC on 24 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.