As the 31 Jul 2026 session wrapped up, Onion climbed 2,300.00% in a single session, with the modal rate pushing up to ₹1,200 per quintal. Such a quick climb usually signals demand outrunning the day's arrivals.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,400
- Lowest Price Today₹100
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 5.5% above the period average, and just 57.1% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 31 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kondotty Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Munnar Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Udumalpet APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Thoubal APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Banthara APMC | ₹4,787 |
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 ₹3,213 (67.1%), 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Shajapur(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹1,137. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹100 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹100 | ₹1,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,450 | ₹150 | ₹1,250 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹100 | ₹1,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹150 | ₹1,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹100 | ₹1,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹100 | ₹1,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹100 | ₹1,100 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,270 | ₹150 | ₹1,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹150 | ₹900 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹100 | ₹1,050 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹100 | ₹1,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹100 | ₹950 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹100 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹150 | ₹1,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹150 | ₹1,100 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹100 | ₹1,100 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹100 | ₹1,100 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹100 | ₹1,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹100 | ₹1,150 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Onion firmed sharply on 31 Jul 2026. Watch how supply and demand settle next before reading too much into a single session.
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.