Reading today's price tape for 15 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 28.1% above the period average, sitting just 42.7% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Koduvayoor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,300 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Pala Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 ₹3,550 (74.7%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,490, with the average around ₹1,561. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,010 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,096 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,009 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,019 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,004 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,615 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,619 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,709 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,613 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,624 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,652 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,490 | ₹3,490 | ₹3,490 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,613 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,883 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Varanasi APMC on 15 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.