Based on what the markets reported on 22 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Durgapur APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,850
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
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 62.7% above the period average, sitting just 4.8% 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 22 Aug 2026, so you can see where Durgapur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kondotty Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹3,000 (46.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Durgapur APMC ranged between ₹1,750 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹2,459. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,850 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,750 | ₹2,550 | ₹2,600 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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 Durgapur APMC on 22 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.