Going by the latest APMC figures for 03 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,875 per quintal in Shamgarh APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,875
- Lowest Price Today₹650
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,875
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 21.6% below the period average and just 54.7% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 03 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Pala Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 5 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Thalavaipuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 9 Kakching Market APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 11 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
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 ₹4,250 (100.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Shamgarh APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,143, with the average around ₹2,392. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹401 | ₹3,700 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,581 | ₹1,101 | ₹3,581 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,751 | ₹200 | ₹3,751 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,965 | ₹1,820 | ₹3,965 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,851 | ₹500 | ₹3,402 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹1,291 | ₹3,600 |
| 09 Sep | ₹3,903 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,903 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,801 | ₹2,070 | ₹3,801 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,143 | ₹2,301 | ₹4,143 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,126 | ₹2,161 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹1,103 | ₹4,100 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,512 | ₹630 | ₹1,501 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,050 | ₹382 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,760 | ₹801 | ₹2,760 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹300 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹691 | ₹3,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,250 | ₹950 | ₹3,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,602 | ₹1,160 | ₹2,602 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,401 | ₹1,386 | ₹1,990 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
Bottom line: on 03 Jul 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Shamgarh 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.