As fresh arrivals settled on 24 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,782 per quintal in Khekda APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,782
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 48.1% above the period average, and just 0.7% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 24 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 6 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Kakching Market APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹3,250 (68.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Khekda APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹1,878. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Khekda APMC on 24 Jul 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.