Across the reporting yards on 13 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,900 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,100
- Lowest Price Today₹6,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 23.0% above the period average and just 13.8% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 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 | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 8 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 11 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,150 |
| 12 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹3,700 (75.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,611. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,600 | ₹6,800 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 30 Jun | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 27 Jun | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 25 Jun | ₹7,600 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,400 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Jun | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 13 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Kottayam 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.