Pulling together the 21 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Akodiya APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Akodiya APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,780
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 57.8% above the period average — just 52.8% 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 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Akodiya APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
At ₹2,500 (41.7%), 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 Akodiya APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹7,200, with the average around ₹2,154. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹3,780 | ₹500 | ₹3,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹400 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹500 | ₹3,301 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,480 | ₹500 | ₹3,260 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,020 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹608 | ₹2,960 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,501 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,501 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,270 | ₹990 | ₹2,270 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,801 | ₹701 | ₹2,360 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹300 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,601 | ₹400 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,270 | ₹500 | ₹2,270 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹912 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,430 | ₹100 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,470 | ₹600 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,503 | ₹510 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹900 | ₹1,412 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,560 | ₹500 | ₹1,300 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Akodiya APMC logged this Onion rate on 21 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.