As the 13 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹7,800 per quintal in Chala Market APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
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₹8,200
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
This puts Onion about 43.5% above the period average, and just 4.9% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 13 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chala Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Aroor Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(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.
A spread of ₹3,850 (81.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chala Market APMC ranged between ₹2,600 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹5,435. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹7,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 09 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 | ₹7,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 04 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
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
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Chala Market APMC reported Onion at this level on 13 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.