Here's the 20 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹4,600 per quintal in Melaghar APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Melaghar APMC on Top Today
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 45.8% above the period average, sitting just 2.1% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 20 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chala Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Neeleswaram Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 (50.0%) 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 Melaghar APMC ranged between ₹2,200 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹3,154. 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 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Melaghar APMC on 20 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.