Pulling together the 13 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹2,300 per quintal in Sangriya APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,900
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,300
- 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.
At this level, Onion is about 13.2% above the period average, sitting just 23.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 13 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 8 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 11 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,150 |
| 12 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
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 ₹3,700 (75.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sangriya APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,032. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,900 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,300 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Sangriya APMC on 13 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.