Reading today's price tape for 04 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Lalru APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 6.4% above the period average, sitting just 10.3% short of 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 04 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lalru APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹6,700 |
| 9 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
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.
The ₹1,800 (31.6%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Lalru APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,900, with the average around ₹2,443. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 | ₹2,900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 08 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Lalru APMC on 04 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.