Turning to the 09 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Vaduj APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
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.
Today's rate is about 15.7% above the period average and just 16.7% 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 09 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC Leader | ₹4,750 |
| 2 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,550 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 12 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,300 |
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.
The ₹450 (10.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Vaduj APMC ranged between ₹200 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,160. 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 | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 09 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Vaduj 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.