Reading today's price tape for 24 Jun 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Jun 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 38.0% below the period average — just 56.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 24 Jun 2026, so you can see where Sainthia APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹6,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 4 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Kakching Market APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,100 |
| 12 Kottarakkara Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹2,600 (65.0%) 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 Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,300, with the average around ₹3,712. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 05 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 04 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 03 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 02 Nov | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 30 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 29 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 28 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 27 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 26 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 24 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,950 |
| 23 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 15 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 14 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 13 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 12 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,970 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 24 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,960 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
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 day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Sainthia APMC on 24 Jun 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.