Pulling together the 30 Jul 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹7,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 21.7% above the period average, sitting just 22.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 30 Jul 2026, so you can see where Chengannur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Koduvayoor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 6 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 8 Bishenpur APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 9 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹3,100 (63.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹9,000, with the average around ₹5,751. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,800 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 11 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,800 |
| 09 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,900 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹8,200 | ₹7,900 | ₹8,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹8,600 | ₹8,300 | ₹8,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,200 | ₹8,300 |
| 29 Aug | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,800 |
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, 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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Chengannur Market APMC on 30 Jul 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.