In the latest market update for 08 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,515 per quintal in Raman APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹2,625
- Lowest Price Today₹2,315
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,515
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 1.1% below the period average — just 13.4% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 08 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 6 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Alangudi(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.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Raman APMC ranged between ₹2,005 and ₹2,905, with the average around ₹2,544. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹2,625 | ₹2,315 | ₹2,515 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,635 | ₹2,405 | ₹2,515 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,815 | ₹2,702 | ₹2,745 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,725 | ₹2,605 | ₹2,655 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,715 | ₹2,305 | ₹2,505 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,615 | ₹2,015 | ₹2,315 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,505 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,225 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,805 | ₹2,705 | ₹2,745 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,805 | ₹2,705 | ₹2,755 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,802 | ₹2,715 | ₹2,760 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,905 | ₹2,805 | ₹2,855 |
| 28 Jun | ₹2,595 | ₹2,505 | ₹2,555 |
| 25 Jun | ₹2,705 | ₹2,505 | ₹2,615 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,405 | ₹2,315 | ₹2,355 |
| 17 Jun | ₹2,090 | ₹2,005 | ₹2,040 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Raman APMC on 08 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.