Turning to the 03 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in vadakarapathy Market APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 49.7% above the period average and just 23.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 03 Aug 2026, so you can see where vadakarapathy Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Lamlong Bazaar APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 10 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 11 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Kumarapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹2,500 (58.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at vadakarapathy Market APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹2,805. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,600 |
| 20 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Bottom line: on 03 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in vadakarapathy Market APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.