Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in Dhule APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 75.3% above the period average, and just 17.5% 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 Dhule APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Chavakkad Market 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.
That ₹3,600 (60.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dhule APMC ranged between ₹470 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹1,883. 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 | ₹4,000 | ₹850 | ₹2,900 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹700 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹700 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹500 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,281 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹600 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,530 | ₹1,950 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹700 | ₹1,850 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹700 | ₹1,850 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹700 | ₹1,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹700 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹600 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹500 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹500 | ₹1,230 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹470 | ₹1,800 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Dhule APMC on 20 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.