In today's crop-price rundown for 29 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,301 per quintal in Badnagar APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What Put Badnagar APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,301
- Lowest Price Today₹1,251
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,301
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 24.2% below the period average, and just 65.9% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 29 Aug 2026, so you can see where Badnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹3,500 (53.8%) 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 Badnagar APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹3,815, with the average around ₹1,716. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹1,301 | ₹1,251 | ₹1,301 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,551 | ₹1,851 | ₹3,551 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,590 | ₹600 | ₹1,590 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,605 | ₹1,560 | ₹1,605 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹1,650 | ₹3,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,815 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,151 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹600 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,211 | ₹1,211 | ₹1,211 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,305 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,105 | ₹1,011 | ₹2,105 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,305 | ₹920 | ₹1,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹850 | ₹1,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,211 | ₹700 | ₹1,211 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Badnagar APMC reported Onion at this level on 29 Aug 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.