In the price report dated 13 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Pandua APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,525
- Lowest Price Today₹2,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Dry F.A.Q.)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 6.6% above the period average and just 49.5% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
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 Pandua 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 Aroor Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 9 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,150 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 ₹3,850 (81.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Pandua APMC ranged between ₹1,425 and ₹4,750, with the average around ₹2,251. 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 | ₹2,525 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,375 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,325 | ₹2,425 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,425 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,625 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,375 | ₹2,475 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,525 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,350 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,425 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,575 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,425 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Pandua APMC posted this Onion rate on 13 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.