Turning to the 14 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹1,700 per quintal in Konch APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,700
- Lowest Price Today₹1,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,700
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
Today's rate is about 71.9% above the period average and right at the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Munnar Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 ₹3,850 (81.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Konch APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹1,700, with the average around ₹989. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹700 | ₹1,226 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 14 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 12 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 10 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 09 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 08 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 06 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 05 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 04 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 03 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
| 01 Jul | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Net-net, Konch APMC posted this Onion rate on 14 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.