Across the reporting yards on 03 Aug 2026, Kottayam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,800 per quintal. Demand here ran firm enough to push it past every other reporting market.
01What Put Kottayam Market APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 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 40.7% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 03 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kottayam Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kottayam Market APMC Leader | ₹7,800 |
| 2 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
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 ₹2,900 (59.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Kottayam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,544. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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: Kottayam Market APMC was the market to beat for Onion on 03 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.