Going by the latest APMC figures for 08 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in Jampuijala APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 28.0% above the period average, and just 2.0% 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 08 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jampuijala APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
That ₹3,950 (84.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Jampuijala APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,829. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 01 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 26 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 19 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
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 day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Jampuijala APMC on 08 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.