Reading today's price tape for 08 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,755 per quintal in Bhadara APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,755
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 7.6% above the period average, sitting just 8.2% 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
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 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 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
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 ₹3,950 (84.9%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bhadara APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,560. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,880 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,909 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,755 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,783 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,850 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,683 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,675 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,567 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,686 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,771 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,618 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,560 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,540 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,671 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Bhadara 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.