In the mandi rate roundup for 31 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹7,900 per quintal in Kottayam Market APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
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₹8,100
- Lowest Price Today₹7,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 42.9% above the period average, and just 2.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
The ₹3,250 (48.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,100, with the average around ₹5,529. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 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 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kottayam Market APMC reported Onion at this level on 31 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.