In the day's wholesale-price digest for 13 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,400 per quintal in Kairana APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 20.0% above the period average, sitting just 22.2% 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 13 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Bishenpur APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (65.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kairana APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,167. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹800 | ₹1,002 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹800 | ₹844 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
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
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 Kairana APMC on 13 Jul 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.