In the price report dated 23 Aug 2026, Palakkad Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹9,300 per quintal. With buying concentrated here, this yard topped the day's Onion board.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A yard rarely tops the list by chance — it usually reflects genuine, repeated demand through the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹10,000
- Lowest Price Today₹8,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹9,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 56.9% above the period average, and just 7.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Jalagandapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,050 (48.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Palakkad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹10,000, with the average around ₹5,929. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹9,300 |
| 22 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹8,300 | ₹9,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,600 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Palakkad Market APMC was the market to beat for Onion on 23 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.