Across the reporting yards on 18 Aug 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,600 per quintal. No other reporting yard came in higher, which is why this mandi is worth a closer look today.
01What Put Palakkad Market APMC on Top Today
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹9,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 69.1% above the period average and just 4.0% 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 18 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Vaniyampadi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
At ₹4,600 (92.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹5,676. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 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 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Bottom line: on 18 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.