As fresh arrivals settled on 01 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Raxaul APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 8.8% above the period average and just 10.7% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 01 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 10 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
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.
The ₹3,000 (66.7%) 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 Raxaul APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,298. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Net-net, Raxaul APMC posted this Onion rate on 01 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.