In the mandi rate roundup for 20 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,875 per quintal in Rishikesh APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,300
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,875
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date20 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 28.8% above the period average and just 12.9% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Chala Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 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 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.
That ₹3,600 (60.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Rishikesh APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹3,300, with the average around ₹2,232. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,875 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,875 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,575 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,550 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,575 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,950 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,905 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,650 | ₹1,850 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,250 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 20 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Rishikesh APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.