As fresh arrivals settled on 10 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,750 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date10 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 8.5% above the period average and just 31.3% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 10 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹7,900 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Kakching Market APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,550 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹3,600 (81.8%) 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 Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,534. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,840 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,850 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,860 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,840 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,760 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,740 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,660 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,660 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,630 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 10 Jul 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Ghatal 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.