In the price report dated 25 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,874 per quintal in Kosikalan APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01What Put Kosikalan APMC on Top Today
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,874
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 7.9% above the period average, and just 25.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 25 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 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹6,900 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 5 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 6 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 12 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹4,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹2,300 (50.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kosikalan APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,737. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,950 |
| 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 |
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Kosikalan APMC on 25 Jul 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.