Across the reporting yards on 20 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,602 per quintal in Vai APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,602
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 10.6% below the period average and just 42.8% short of 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 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹6,800 |
| 2 Munnar Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 6 Sundarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 8 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Bishenpur APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹2,050 (43.2%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Vai APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹1,792. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,000 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,602 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,530 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,250 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Jul 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Vai 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.