In the day's wholesale-price digest for 04 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,012 per quintal in Shajapur APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,263
- Lowest Price Today₹506
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,012
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 44.4% below the period average — just 81.1% 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 04 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 9 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,800 (31.6%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Shajapur APMC ranged between ₹286 and ₹5,358, with the average around ₹1,820. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹2,371 | ₹516 | ₹1,872 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,263 | ₹506 | ₹1,012 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹300 | ₹1,847 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,191 | ₹325 | ₹1,798 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,316 | ₹732 | ₹1,665 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,283 | ₹1,312 | ₹2,096 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,250 | ₹298 | ₹1,984 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹432 | ₹1,157 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,261 | ₹388 | ₹2,261 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,225 | ₹1,080 | ₹2,225 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,335 | ₹300 | ₹1,863 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,031 | ₹905 | ₹2,031 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,483 | ₹511 | ₹905 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,151 | ₹800 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,751 | ₹384 | ₹1,872 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,281 | ₹502 | ₹1,281 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,101 | ₹346 | ₹2,101 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹424 | ₹1,859 |
| 14 Jul | ₹5,358 | ₹286 | ₹2,063 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,053 | ₹980 | ₹2,053 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Shajapur APMC logged this Onion rate on 04 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.