Across the reporting yards on 15 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,601 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Varanasi APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,602
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,601
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date15 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 5.4% above the period average and just 54.1% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 15 Jul 2026, so you can see where Varanasi APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aroor Market APMC Leader | ₹8,100 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,050 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹4,700 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,400 (72.3%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,490, with the average around ₹1,519. 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 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,019 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,004 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,615 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,619 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,709 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,613 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,624 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,652 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,490 | ₹3,490 | ₹3,490 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,613 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,883 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,610 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,709 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,736 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 15 Jul 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Varanasi APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.