In the day's wholesale-price digest for 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,920 per quintal in Kosikalan APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,920
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 9.7% above the period average, sitting just 23.2% 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 17 Aug 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 | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Munnar Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Chala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Melapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
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 ₹2,850 (49.6%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kosikalan APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,750. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,920 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,840 |
| 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 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Kosikalan APMC on 17 Aug 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.