Reading today's price tape for 23 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Pandua 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
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,275
- Lowest Price Today₹2,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Dry F.A.Q.)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 29.3% above the period average, sitting just 36.8% 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
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 Koduvayoor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,800 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹2,500 (39.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Pandua APMC ranged between ₹1,425 and ₹4,750, with the average around ₹2,321. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹3,275 | ₹2,850 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,725 | ₹2,575 | ₹2,650 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,350 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,150 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,925 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,525 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,375 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,425 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,425 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,625 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Pandua APMC on 23 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.