Checking the day's mandi numbers for 13 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,002 per quintal in Paliakala APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,002
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 4.3% above the period average — just 4.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 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 | ₹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.
That ₹3,700 (75.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Paliakala APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹2,100, with the average around ₹1,919. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,002 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,721 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Paliakala APMC on 13 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.