In the price report dated 09 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Samsi APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Samsi APMC on Top Today
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,950
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date09 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
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 15.0% above the period average and just 3.3% 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 09 Aug 2026, so you can see where Samsi 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 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,550 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,350 |
| 12 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹450 (10.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Samsi APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,521. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Aug | ₹2,950 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,750 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,850 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,950 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,850 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,950 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,950 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,850 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,950 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,950 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,750 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,450 | ₹2,750 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 09 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Samsi 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.