With the 20 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹2,950 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
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.
Today's rate is about 6.7% above the period average and just 22.4% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹2,764. 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 | ₹3,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,850 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,950 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,850 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,950 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,950 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,850 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
Net-net, Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Onion rate on 20 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.