Turning to the 31 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹1,934 per quintal in Kairana APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,934
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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 54.0% above the period average, and just 12.1% 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 31 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Alangudi(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.
The ₹3,500 (53.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kairana APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,200, with the average around ₹1,256. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,934 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,879 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹800 | ₹845 |
| 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 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Kairana APMC on 31 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.