From today's trading desk on 06 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,400 per quintal in Kosikalan APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,400
- 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 17.7% below the period average, sitting just 44.0% 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 Kosikalan 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 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Kakching Market 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 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
The ₹3,450 (81.2%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kosikalan APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,701. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,075 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,874 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,917 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,033 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 05 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 04 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 03 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Kosikalan APMC on 06 Jul 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.