In today's crop-price rundown for 08 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,120 per quintal in Raikot APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,120
- Lowest Price Today₹3,120
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,120
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 21.8% above the period average, and right at 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 Raikot 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 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 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.
At ₹4,050 (89.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Raikot APMC ranged between ₹1,850 and ₹3,120, with the average around ₹2,561. 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 | ₹3,120 | ₹3,120 | ₹3,120 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,980 | ₹2,980 | ₹2,980 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,970 | ₹2,970 | ₹2,970 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,010 | ₹3,010 | ₹3,010 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,910 | ₹2,910 | ₹2,910 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,870 | ₹2,870 | ₹2,870 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,850 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,840 | ₹2,840 | ₹2,840 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,790 | ₹2,790 | ₹2,790 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,770 | ₹2,770 | ₹2,770 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,760 | ₹2,760 | ₹2,760 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,720 | ₹2,720 | ₹2,720 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,530 | ₹2,530 | ₹2,530 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 | ₹2,585 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,480 | ₹2,480 | ₹2,480 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,380 | ₹2,380 | ₹2,380 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 | ₹2,680 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Raikot 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.