Turning to the 21 Aug 2026 APMC board, Pattambi Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,500 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 44.0% above the period average, and just 6.3% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pattambi Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 7 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 9 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Pudukottai(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.
At ₹1,750 (30.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Pattambi Market APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,208. 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 | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Pattambi Market APMC was the market to beat for Onion on 21 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.