Going by the latest APMC figures for 08 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,438 per quintal in Rayya APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,438
- Lowest Price Today₹1,438
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,438
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 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.
This puts Onion about 4.5% below the period average, and just 17.9% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 08 Aug 2026, so you can see where Rayya APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 12 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,550 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹4,050 (89.0%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Rayya APMC ranged between ₹1,135 and ₹1,752, with the average around ₹1,505. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹1,438 | ₹1,438 | ₹1,438 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 | ₹1,420 |
| 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 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
The takeaway: Rayya APMC reported Onion at this level on 08 Aug 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.