Turning to the 20 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Lalru APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Lalru APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,300
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 61.8% above the period average, and just 4.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,000 (53.6%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Lalru APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,657. 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 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,890 | ₹2,890 | ₹2,890 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Lalru APMC on 20 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.