As fresh arrivals settled on 09 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,550 per quintal in Vadaseri APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
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₹4,800
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
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 4.4% above the period average, and just 14.2% 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 09 Aug 2026, so you can see where Vadaseri APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC Leader | ₹4,750 |
| 2 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 4 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,550 |
| 5 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 6 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 7 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 11 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
| 12 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,250 |
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 ₹500 (11.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Vadaseri APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,300, with the average around ₹4,357. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,550 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,550 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,550 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,550 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,550 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 22 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 21 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Vadaseri APMC reported Onion at this level on 09 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.