Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,749 per quintal in Kurnool APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Kurnool APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,749
- Lowest Price Today₹3,569
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,749
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 55.7% above the period average, sitting just 1.7% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Kurnool 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 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹2,850 (49.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Kurnool APMC ranged between ₹1,167 and ₹3,813, with the average around ₹2,408. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹3,749 | ₹3,569 | ₹3,749 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,813 | ₹3,589 | ₹3,803 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹2,217 | ₹3,069 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,299 | ₹1,359 | ₹3,085 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,859 | ₹1,570 | ₹2,832 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,789 | ₹2,285 | ₹2,543 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,359 | ₹1,320 | ₹2,139 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,289 | ₹1,167 | ₹2,013 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,903 | ₹1,903 | ₹1,903 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,281 | ₹1,969 | ₹2,019 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,411 | ₹1,237 | ₹2,411 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,833 | ₹1,783 | ₹1,833 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,319 | ₹1,369 | ₹2,319 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,431 | ₹1,345 | ₹2,431 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,633 | ₹1,633 | ₹1,633 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,231 | ₹1,231 | ₹1,231 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,921 | ₹1,921 | ₹1,921 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Kurnool APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.