With the 12 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹1,640 per quintal in A lot APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,640
- Lowest Price Today₹1,021
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,640
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 0.4% above the period average, and just 34.4% 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 A lot APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Munnar Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Piravam Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
The ₹3,500 (70.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at A lot APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,633. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹1,640 | ₹1,021 | ₹1,640 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹800 | ₹1,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹400 | ₹1,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹311 | ₹1,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,540 | ₹300 | ₹1,540 |
| 01 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹250 | ₹1,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,199 | ₹400 | ₹2,199 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,480 | ₹601 | ₹1,480 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,101 | ₹499 | ₹2,101 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,281 | ₹751 | ₹1,281 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,699 | ₹332 | ₹1,699 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹560 | ₹1,900 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹250 | ₹1,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹200 | ₹1,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,691 | ₹301 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,083 | ₹200 | ₹2,083 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,861 | ₹201 | ₹1,861 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,501 | ₹200 | ₹1,501 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,590 | ₹600 | ₹1,590 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,691 | ₹200 | ₹1,691 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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: A lot APMC reported Onion at this level on 12 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.