In the latest market update for 30 Jun 2026, Kottayam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,200 per quintal. The gap to the next-best yard was wide enough to make this the day's clear Onion leader.
01What Put Kottayam Market APMC on Top Today
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,400
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Jun 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 33.5% above the period average — just 5.3% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 30 Jun 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kottayam Market APMC Leader | ₹7,200 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 5 Thoubal APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Bishenpur APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Kakching Market APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 11 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹4,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹2,950 (69.4%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹7,600, with the average around ₹5,393. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
In short, Onion found its strongest bid at Kottayam Market APMC on 30 Jun 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.