Pulling together the 12 Jul 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in SMY Takoli APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 15.4% above the period average — just 6.7% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 12 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pala Market APMC Leader | ₹7,800 |
| 2 Parappanangadi Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 3 Krishnagiri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 5 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 6 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 10 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹4,700 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,550 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
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 ₹3,300 (73.3%) 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 SMY Takoli APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,426. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, SMY Takoli APMC logged this Onion rate on 12 Jul 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.