As the 20 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Davangere APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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 63.8% above the period average, and just 17.3% 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 20 Aug 2026, so you can see where Davangere APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹2,850 (49.6%) 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 Davangere APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹2,625. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,950 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,950 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Davangere APMC reported Onion at this level on 20 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.