Turning to the 01 Aug 2026 APMC board, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,600 per quintal. That put it ahead of the rest of the markets we track, drawing the eye of farmers and buyers alike.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Topping the board usually reflects steady trade through the day rather than a single outlier deal.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 41.1% above the period average and just 10.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 01 Aug 2026, so you can see where Palakkad Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Chala Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 6 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 8 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
At ₹2,850 (60.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹5,387. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 14 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 11 Jul | ₹8,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,700 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 01 Aug 2026, Palakkad Market APMC set the pace for Onion. Whether it stays on top depends on how arrivals, demand and rates at other yards move in the days ahead — worth checking the daily update.
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.