As the 23 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Roorkee APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 0.0% above the period average, and just 25.0% 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 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Aroor Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
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.
That ₹2,200 (37.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Roorkee APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,000. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹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 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Roorkee APMC on 23 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.