In today's crop-price rundown for 09 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,100 per quintal in Phillaur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,100
- Lowest Price Today₹3,100
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 24.1% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 09 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Koduvayoor Market APMC Leader | ₹7,800 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 4 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 9 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,550 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
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.
That ₹3,300 (73.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Phillaur APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹3,100, with the average around ₹2,498. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,193 | ₹2,193 | ₹2,193 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,193 | ₹2,193 | ₹2,193 |
| 22 Jun | ₹2,193 | ₹2,193 | ₹2,193 |
| 21 Jun | ₹2,193 | ₹2,193 | ₹2,193 |
| 17 Jun | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 16 Jun | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
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 is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Phillaur APMC on 09 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.