Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,577 per quintal in Khekda APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Khekda APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,577
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 69.8% above the period average and just 0.6% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Khekda 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Khekda APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹2,107. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,577 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,421 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,720 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,133 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,080 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,532 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,591 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,545 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,782 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Khekda APMC posted this Onion rate on 21 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.