Turning to the 20 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹2,700 per quintal in Kailaras APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 53.9% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹3,000 (53.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kailaras APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹1,754. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹800 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,485 | ₹1,257 | ₹1,485 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,500 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Kailaras APMC posted this Onion rate on 20 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.