As fresh arrivals settled on 25 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Goluwala APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
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.
This puts Onion about 45.6% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 25 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
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 ₹2,550 (37.8%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Goluwala APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,748. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 08 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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: Goluwala APMC reported Onion at this level on 25 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.