In the mandi rate roundup for 23 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,250 per quintal in Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What Put Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 17.9% above the period average, and just 7.1% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 23 Aug 2026, so you can see where Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 8 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
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.
The ₹3,000 (47.6%) 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 Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹2,757. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Keelpennathur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 23 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.