With the 31 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Dudhi APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 31.3% above the period average, and just 34.3% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Dudhi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹3,400 (51.5%) 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 Dudhi APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹1,752. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,511 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 09 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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Dudhi APMC reported Onion at this level on 31 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.