Pulling together the 15 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Pala Market APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Pala Market APMC on Top Today
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 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.
Right now Onion is about 36.0% above the period average — just 16.7% 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 15 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Koduvayoor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,300 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Aroor Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 4 Pala Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 ₹3,550 (74.7%) 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 Pala Market APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹5,514. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 01 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 26 Jun | ₹3,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 24 Jun | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
| 20 Jun | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,200 |
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 day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Pala Market APMC logged this Onion rate on 15 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.