With the 25 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 63.1% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 25 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹3,000 (50.0%), 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 Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,679. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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: Pallikonda(Uzhavar Sandhai) 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.