In the latest market update for 06 Aug 2026, Kottayam Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,600 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,800
- Lowest Price Today₹7,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 34.2% above the period average, sitting just 5.0% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 06 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 | ₹7,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Jowai APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Boudh APMC | ₹4,000 |
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 ₹3,600 (90.0%) 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 ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,665. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
To sum up, Kottayam Market APMC led Onion on 06 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.