Across the reporting yards on 15 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Kayamkulam Market APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
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₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
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 12.3% below the period average and just 42.6% 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 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Koduvayoor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,300 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 ₹3,550 (74.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kayamkulam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹6,100, with the average around ₹3,989. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,900 | ₹5,700 | ₹5,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
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
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 15 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Kayamkulam Market 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.