In the price report dated 31 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,310 per quintal in Raman APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01What Put Raman APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,440
- Lowest Price Today₹4,205
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,310
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 41.7% above the period average, and just 6.7% 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 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Raman APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹3,250 (48.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Raman APMC ranged between ₹2,005 and ₹4,620, with the average around ₹3,041. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹4,440 | ₹4,205 | ₹4,310 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,505 | ₹4,205 | ₹4,355 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,605 | ₹4,405 | ₹4,515 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,620 | ₹4,405 | ₹4,515 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,225 | ₹4,005 | ₹4,115 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,235 | ₹4,005 | ₹4,115 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,015 | ₹2,805 | ₹2,915 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,015 | ₹2,835 | ₹2,945 |
| 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 |
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 headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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 a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Raman APMC on 31 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.