Looking at how the yards traded on 08 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Bowenpally APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
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₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 12.8% above the period average — just 16.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹3,950 (84.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bowenpally APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,217. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹800 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹800 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹800 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹800 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹800 | ₹2,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹800 | ₹2,400 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹800 | ₹2,400 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Bowenpally APMC on 08 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.