In the day's wholesale-price digest for 08 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Balarampur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 23.8% above the period average — just 16.7% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 08 Aug 2026, so you can see where Balarampur 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.
At ₹3,950 (84.9%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Balarampur APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹2,423. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Balarampur 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.