Reading today's price tape for 09 Aug 2026, Koduvayoor Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,800 per quintal. That figure outpaced every other yard reporting Onion, making it the day's standout.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Price leadership tends to follow when grade is good and several buyers want the same lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 48.2% above the period average — just 4.9% 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 09 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Koduvayoor Market APMC Leader | ₹7,800 |
| 2 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 3 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 4 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 9 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,550 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
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.
At ₹3,300 (73.3%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Koduvayoor Market APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹5,263. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,600 | ₹7,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹8,200 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,800 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,700 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,600 |
| 05 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,100 |
| 03 Jul | ₹7,300 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,100 |
| 25 Jun | ₹3,300 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,100 |
| 20 Jun | ₹3,100 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,900 |
| 18 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Jun | ₹6,700 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Jun | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion found its strongest bid at Koduvayoor Market APMC on 09 Aug 2026. A daily check is the best way to see if this yard stays in front.
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.