As the 13 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹2,247 per quintal in Indore APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,877
- Lowest Price Today₹396
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,247
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date13 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 3.9% above the period average, and just 82.6% 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 13 Aug 2026, so you can see where Indore APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
A spread of ₹3,700 (75.5%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Indore APMC ranged between ₹396 and ₹12,935, with the average around ₹2,162. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹2,644 | ₹2,414 | ₹2,479 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,877 | ₹396 | ₹2,247 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,695 | ₹600 | ₹2,444 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,506 | ₹411 | ₹2,356 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹759 | ₹2,439 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,384 | ₹1,054 | ₹2,033 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,488 | ₹397 | ₹2,473 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,413 | ₹672 | ₹1,914 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,431 | ₹805 | ₹2,189 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,388 | ₹1,196 | ₹2,388 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,316 | ₹538 | ₹2,166 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,390 | ₹549 | ₹2,247 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,280 | ₹583 | ₹2,280 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,191 | ₹1,176 | ₹2,191 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,350 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,358 | ₹555 | ₹2,098 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹644 | ₹2,258 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,397 | ₹518 | ₹2,177 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,318 | ₹633 | ₹2,115 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,640 | ₹593 | ₹2,159 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Indore APMC on 13 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.