From today's trading desk on 05 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,200 per quintal in Petlawad APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Petlawad APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,650
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
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.
Right now Onion is about 21.7% above the period average — just 12.0% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 05 Aug 2026, so you can see where Petlawad APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
At ₹2,100 (38.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Petlawad APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,807. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 | ₹1,850 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,650 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,031 | ₹2,021 | ₹2,031 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,451 | ₹1,420 | ₹2,451 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,222 | ₹2,222 | ₹2,222 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹500 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹920 | ₹920 | ₹920 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,222 | ₹2,222 | ₹2,222 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,540 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,540 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,915 | ₹800 | ₹1,915 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,805 | ₹1,730 | ₹1,805 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,010 | ₹820 | ₹2,010 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,820 | ₹991 | ₹1,820 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,570 | ₹1,570 | ₹1,570 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,150 | ₹1,150 | ₹1,150 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,151 | ₹751 | ₹2,151 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,295 | ₹2,295 | ₹2,295 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Petlawad APMC on 05 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.