In today's crop-price rundown for 12 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,211 per quintal in Badnagar APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections 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₹1,211
- Lowest Price Today₹1,211
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,211
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 17.8% below the period average and just 51.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
That ₹3,500 (70.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Badnagar APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,473. 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 | ₹1,211 | ₹1,211 | ₹1,211 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,305 | ₹2,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,105 | ₹1,011 | ₹2,105 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,305 | ₹920 | ₹1,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹850 | ₹1,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,211 | ₹700 | ₹1,211 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹595 | ₹1,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹750 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,051 | ₹2,051 | ₹2,051 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,051 | ₹2,100 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹600 | ₹1,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹700 | ₹1,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹800 | ₹1,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,010 | ₹920 | ₹2,010 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹960 | ₹1,400 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,450 | ₹1,350 | ₹1,450 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹800 | ₹1,000 |
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
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Badnagar APMC posted this Onion rate on 12 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.