In the mandi rate roundup for 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Punalur Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
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₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹3,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 5.8% above the period average, and just 10.0% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Punalur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Munnar Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Chala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 6 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
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 ₹2,900 (50.9%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Punalur Market APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹3,403. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 19 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Punalur Market APMC reported Onion at this level on 17 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.