Pulling together the 22 Jul 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹1,300 per quintal in Khekda APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 32.3% below the period average — just 53.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 22 Jul 2026, so you can see where Khekda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Kakching Market APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
That ₹3,250 (68.4%) 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 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Khekda APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹1,919. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,720 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,133 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,080 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,532 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,591 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,545 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,782 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,400 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,371 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 26 Jun | ₹1,400 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,350 |
| 18 Jun | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 16 Jun | ₹1,300 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,217 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Khekda APMC on 22 Jul 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.