Turning to the 13 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What Put Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC on Top Today
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₹3,100
- Lowest Price Today₹2,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 5.4% above the period average, and just 11.5% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 13 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC ranged between ₹1,650 and ₹3,275, with the average around ₹2,752. 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 | ₹3,100 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,125 | ₹2,875 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,060 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,850 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,940 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,940 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,850 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,050 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,875 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,850 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,075 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,275 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,850 | ₹3,050 |
| 07 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,675 | ₹2,900 |
| 03 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,850 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,650 |
| 01 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,850 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,975 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,750 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,650 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC reported Onion at this level on 13 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.