Across the reporting yards on 13 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,350 per quintal in Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 20.1% above the period average, and just 33.1% 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 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 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
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.
The ₹3,700 (75.5%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹6,500, with the average around ₹3,623. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 13 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.