Here's the 13 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Raxaul APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,600
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
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.
Right now Onion is about 6.6% above the period average — just 10.7% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 13 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 | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 8 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 11 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,150 |
| 12 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
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.
That ₹3,700 (75.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Raxaul APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,345. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Raxaul APMC on 13 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.