Going by the latest APMC figures for 20 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Betul(F&V) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 48.0% above the period average and right at 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
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 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.
The ₹3,600 (60.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Onion prices at Betul(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,027. 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 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Betul(F&V) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.