In the day's wholesale-price digest for 06 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Paliakala APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What Put Paliakala APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 20.1% below the period average, sitting just 37.9% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 06 Jul 2026, so you can see where Paliakala APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 5 Mannar Market APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 6 Kakching Market APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Piravam Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 11 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹4,250 |
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 ₹3,450 (81.2%), 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 Paliakala APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,900, with the average around ₹2,254. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,757 |
| 10 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,869 |
| 06 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,835 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,853 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Paliakala APMC on 06 Jul 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.