As fresh arrivals settled on 12 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹7,200 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 38.0% above the period average, and just 12.2% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Chengannur Market APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 7 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹3,850 (81.1%), 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 Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹8,200, with the average around ₹5,218. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,300 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 18 Jul | ₹7,300 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 16 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Chengannur Market APMC on 12 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.