Based on what the markets reported on 04 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,432 per quintal in Rayya APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
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₹1,432
- Lowest Price Today₹1,432
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,432
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 5.3% below the period average, sitting just 18.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 3 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 9 Mohanur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 11 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Gudalur(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 ₹2,750 (64.7%) 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 Rayya APMC ranged between ₹1,135 and ₹1,752, with the average around ₹1,512. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Aug | ₹1,432 | ₹1,432 | ₹1,432 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,445 | ₹1,445 | ₹1,445 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,457 | ₹1,457 | ₹1,457 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,468 | ₹1,468 | ₹1,468 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,477 | ₹1,477 | ₹1,477 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,135 | ₹1,135 | ₹1,135 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,535 | ₹1,535 | ₹1,535 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,535 | ₹1,535 | ₹1,535 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,538 | ₹1,538 | ₹1,538 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,540 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,540 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,540 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,540 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,540 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,540 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,541 | ₹1,541 | ₹1,541 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,542 | ₹1,542 | ₹1,542 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,545 | ₹1,545 | ₹1,545 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,544 | ₹1,544 | ₹1,544 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,545 | ₹1,545 | ₹1,545 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,545 | ₹1,545 | ₹1,545 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,545 | ₹1,545 | ₹1,545 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,546 | ₹1,546 | ₹1,546 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Rayya APMC on 04 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.