Based on what the markets reported on 09 Jul 2026, Athirampuzha Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,900 per quintal. It comfortably led the field, which is why traders are likely keeping an eye on it.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Best-in-day rates generally rest on solid volumes changing hands, not a lone transaction.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 30.5% above the period average, sitting just 37.3% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 09 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹7,900 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 8 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹5,600 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,050 |
| 11 Kakching Market APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Bishenpur 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.
A spread of ₹3,150 (66.3%) 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 Athirampuzha Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹12,600, with the average around ₹6,052. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Nov | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 31 Oct | ₹12,400 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,200 |
| 29 Oct | ₹12,600 | ₹12,400 | ₹12,500 |
| 26 Oct | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 22 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 20 Oct | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Oct | ₹9,800 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,400 |
| 17 Oct | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 15 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 12 Oct | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 25 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Sep | ₹9,200 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,100 |
| 18 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,800 | ₹9,900 |
| 16 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 11 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,900 |
| 10 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 07 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, Athirampuzha Market APMC led Onion on 09 Jul 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.