Going by the latest APMC figures for 07 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date07 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 34.2% above the period average, and just 42.7% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 07 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Chala Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 8 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,400 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 ₹3,850 (81.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,490, with the average around ₹1,490. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,644 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,780 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Varanasi APMC on 07 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.