From today's trading desk on 01 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹856 per quintal in Agra 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹900
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹856
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date01 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 27.9% below the period average, sitting just 76.5% 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 01 Aug 2026, so you can see where Agra 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 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 6 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹2,850 (61.3%) 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 Agra APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹3,647, with the average around ₹1,187. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Aug | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹856 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹900 | ₹1,435 |
| 30 Jul | ₹900 | ₹800 | ₹846 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,223 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,647 | ₹800 | ₹843 |
| 27 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 26 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 25 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 24 Jul | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹1,030 |
| 22 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹925 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,514 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,623 | ₹3,623 | ₹3,623 |
| 11 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,300 | ₹800 | ₹981 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,602 | ₹2,602 | ₹2,602 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Agra APMC on 01 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.