Reading today's price tape for 20 Aug 2026, Pala Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,600 per quintal. That rate sat clear of the pack, marking this yard as the one to beat for Onion.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 52.3% above the period average, sitting just 4.4% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 20 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pala Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,650 |
| 11 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Mettupalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,000 (53.6%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Pala Market APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹5,648. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 01 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 26 Jun | ₹3,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Jun | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Pala Market APMC led Onion on 20 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.