Reading today's price tape for 08 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Dharamkot APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 6.5% above the period average, sitting right at 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 08 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹7,000 |
| 2 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,550 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,650 (60.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the This Week Trend
Over the past week, Onion prices at Dharamkot APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,818. 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 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Dharamkot APMC on 08 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.