In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Kayamkulam Market APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹6,100
- Lowest Price Today₹5,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 49.4% above the period average — just 1.6% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Munnar Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Chala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹2,850 (49.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
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 ₹4,016. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 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 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Kayamkulam Market APMC on 17 Aug 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.