Going by the latest APMC figures for 21 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Powayan APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 3-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 16.5% above the period average, and right at 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 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Powayan APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,600 (60.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
053-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 3 days, Onion prices at Powayan APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,800, with the average around ₹1,545. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 19 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,036 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Powayan APMC on 21 Aug 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.