Pulling together the 14 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Kamthi APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,050
- Lowest Price Today₹3,550
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 29.4% above the period average — just 6.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 14 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kamthi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Munnar Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 3 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹3,250 (68.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kamthi APMC ranged between ₹1,510 and ₹4,070, with the average around ₹2,937. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹4,050 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,070 | ₹3,570 | ₹3,820 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,560 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,310 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,560 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,310 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,050 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,050 | ₹3,550 | ₹3,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,570 | ₹3,070 | ₹3,320 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,520 | ₹3,020 | ₹3,270 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,520 | ₹3,020 | ₹3,270 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,520 | ₹3,020 | ₹3,270 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,520 | ₹3,020 | ₹3,270 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,560 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,310 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,560 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,310 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,520 | ₹3,020 | ₹3,270 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,010 | ₹3,510 | ₹3,760 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,520 | ₹3,020 | ₹3,270 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,010 | ₹3,510 | ₹3,760 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,560 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,310 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,560 | ₹3,060 | ₹3,310 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,520 | ₹3,020 | ₹3,270 |
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, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Kamthi APMC logged this Onion rate on 14 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.