In the day's wholesale-price digest for 24 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,762 per quintal in Basti APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,762
- Lowest Price Today₹2,762
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,762
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date24 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
Right now Onion is about 54.9% above the period average — just 12.0% 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 24 Jul 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 6 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Kakching Market 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.
At ₹3,250 (68.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Onion prices at Basti APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,137, with the average around ₹1,783. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,762 | ₹2,762 | ₹2,762 |
| 12 Jul | ₹3,137 | ₹3,137 | ₹3,137 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Basti APMC on 24 Jul 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.