In the latest market update for 15 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Athirampuzha Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 30.6% below the period average, sitting just 57.3% 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 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 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 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 Athirampuzha Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹5,041. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,700 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 09 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,900 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,100 |
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
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Athirampuzha Market APMC on 15 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.