As the 15 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Kamakhyanagar APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,000 per quintal. Buyers paid up here, lifting it above all the other markets on the board today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
Today's rate is about 29.4% 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 15 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 3 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 5 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 6 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 7 Udumalpet APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 8 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 9 Edapadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 10 Rasipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Chinnamanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
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 ₹2,750 (64.7%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kamakhyanagar APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,408. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 15 Aug 2026, Kamakhyanagar APMC set the pace for Onion. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.