Across the reporting yards on 03 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹7,600 per quintal in Palakkad Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 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.
Today's rate is about 39.6% 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 03 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 Kottayam Market APMC Leader | ₹7,800 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
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.
The ₹2,100 (36.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹5,444. 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 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 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 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 03 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Palakkad Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.