Looking at how the yards traded on 14 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. Among all active markets, this one paid the most for Onion today.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
Leadership on price is usually earned through consistent demand across the session, not a stray high quote.
- Highest Recorded Price₹9,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 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.
Right now Onion is about 55.4% above the period average — just 4.4% 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 14 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 | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 4 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(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.
The ₹3,850 (81.1%) 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 ₹9,000, with the average around ₹5,533. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach 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
In short, Onion found its strongest bid at Palakkad Market APMC on 14 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.