Reading today's price tape for 05 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Dhand APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 12.2% above the period average — just 40.0% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 05 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 9 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 ₹2,850 (60.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dhand APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,139. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,900 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
To wrap up, Dhand APMC logged this Onion rate on 05 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.