In the mandi rate roundup for 06 Aug 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,600 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
When a yard sits on top, it often means quality lots and active bidders showed up together.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 58.1% above the period average and just 4.4% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 06 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Jowai APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 8 Anchal Market APMC | ₹4,200 |
| 9 Chavakkad Market APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Boudh APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Excise Colony,RBZ APMC | ₹4,000 |
| 12 Aroor Market APMC | ₹3,900 |
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.
That ₹4,700 (120.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹5,440. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,800 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 06 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.