Turning to the 02 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹3,100 per quintal in Kalna 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
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 45.1% above the period average, and just 3.1% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 02 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Rajapalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹5,500 |
| 2 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 3 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 4 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 5 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 12 Mannargudi II(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.
That ₹1,200 (27.9%) 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 Kalna APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹2,137. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,000 |
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
The takeaway: Kalna APMC reported Onion at this level on 02 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.