From today's trading desk on 14 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹7,100 per quintal in Mannar Market APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 72.1% above the period average, sitting just 1.4% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹3,850 (81.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Onion prices at Mannar Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹7,200, with the average around ₹4,125. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 06 Jul | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Jun | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Mannar Market APMC on 14 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.