In today's crop-price rundown for 06 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,251 per quintal in Lasalgaon APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,251
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 11.8% below the period average and just 54.1% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 06 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Koduvayoor Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 Kottayam Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 ₹2,850 (60.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Lasalgaon APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹2,551. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹1,100 | ₹4,300 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,860 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,751 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,401 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,403 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,900 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,552 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,280 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,951 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,321 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,101 | ₹900 | ₹3,551 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,051 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,641 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,360 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,202 | ₹800 | ₹2,870 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,160 | ₹800 | ₹2,825 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,001 | ₹800 | ₹2,685 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,928 | ₹800 | ₹2,551 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,805 | ₹800 | ₹2,375 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,751 | ₹700 | ₹2,180 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,711 | ₹700 | ₹2,200 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 06 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Lasalgaon APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.