In the day's wholesale-price digest for 20 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Haridwar Union APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Haridwar Union APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 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 71.3% above the period average, sitting just 26.8% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Haridwar Union APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹3,600 (60.0%) 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 Haridwar Union APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹4,100, with the average around ₹1,751. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,550 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,550 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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 Haridwar Union APMC on 20 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.