In the price report dated 21 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹600 per quintal in Badnawar APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 46.0% below the period average, and just 76.9% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 7 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Khagaria APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹3,350 (70.5%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Badnawar APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹1,112. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Aug | ₹2,125 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,175 | ₹500 | ₹1,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹465 | ₹1,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹605 | ₹675 |
| 04 Aug | ₹710 | ₹550 | ₹710 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹450 | ₹1,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹600 | ₹1,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹825 | ₹1,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹700 | ₹621 | ₹700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,351 | ₹500 | ₹1,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,251 | ₹510 | ₹1,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹750 | ₹605 | ₹750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹700 | ₹800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,251 | ₹551 | ₹700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹500 | ₹600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹500 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,025 | ₹500 | ₹1,300 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹500 | ₹1,275 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,321 | ₹1,321 | ₹1,321 |
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
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
The takeaway: Badnawar APMC reported Onion at this level on 21 Jul 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.