With the 22 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹8,600 per quintal in Pala Market APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
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 49.9% above the period average, and just 4.4% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 22 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kondotty Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹3,000 (46.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Pala Market APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹5,736. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 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 |
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, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Pala Market APMC reported Onion at this level on 22 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.