Reading today's price tape for 08 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,689 per quintal in Sadasivpet APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,832
- Lowest Price Today₹888
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,689
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 12.0% above the period average — just 5.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 08 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,950 (84.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Sadasivpet APMC ranged between ₹609 and ₹2,832, with the average around ₹2,400. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹2,832 | ₹888 | ₹2,689 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,709 | ₹860 | ₹2,479 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,660 | ₹1,222 | ₹2,512 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,689 | ₹912 | ₹2,502 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,672 | ₹912 | ₹2,502 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,809 | ₹909 | ₹2,556 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,628 | ₹752 | ₹2,489 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,727 | ₹888 | ₹2,580 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,709 | ₹932 | ₹2,569 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,779 | ₹879 | ₹2,479 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,809 | ₹932 | ₹2,502 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,675 | ₹860 | ₹2,539 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,742 | ₹812 | ₹2,509 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,556 | ₹612 | ₹2,379 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,502 | ₹712 | ₹2,430 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,412 | ₹712 | ₹1,859 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,539 | ₹812 | ₹2,230 |
| 27 Jun | ₹2,511 | ₹712 | ₹2,304 |
| 24 Jun | ₹2,300 | ₹777 | ₹2,139 |
| 16 Jun | ₹1,820 | ₹609 | ₹1,760 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Sadasivpet APMC on 08 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.