Turning to the 21 Jul 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Ratlam APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,491
- Lowest Price Today₹400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 5.2% below the period average, and just 50.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 21 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 6 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 7 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Khagaria APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.
At ₹3,350 (70.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ratlam APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹3,612, with the average around ₹1,898. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹1,150 | ₹2,350 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,655 | ₹500 | ₹1,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,636 | ₹500 | ₹2,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹300 | ₹2,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,866 | ₹1,866 | ₹1,866 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,551 | ₹400 | ₹1,900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,541 | ₹400 | ₹1,801 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹365 | ₹1,900 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,611 | ₹500 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹410 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,611 | ₹402 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹502 | ₹1,900 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,491 | ₹400 | ₹1,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,561 | ₹400 | ₹1,700 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,601 | ₹350 | ₹1,900 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,512 | ₹651 | ₹1,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,731 | ₹1,731 | ₹1,731 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,751 | ₹460 | ₹1,700 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,810 | ₹340 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,481 | ₹200 | ₹1,900 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ratlam APMC reported Onion at this level on 21 Jul 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.