Checking the day's mandi numbers for 22 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,600 per quintal in Kotadwara APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01What Put Kotadwara APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,600
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 9.1% below the period average, sitting just 44.8% 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 22 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kondotty Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 (46.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kotadwara APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,900, with the average around ₹1,760. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Kotadwara APMC on 22 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.