Across the reporting yards on 23 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,500 per quintal in Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 43.5% above the period average, and just 1.8% 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 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aroor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹2,600 (43.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC ranged between ₹2,700 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹3,833. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
The takeaway: Karsiyang(Matigara) APMC reported Onion at this level on 23 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.