With the 06 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹2,950 per quintal in Dasda 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
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 16.6% below the period average and just 47.3% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 06 Aug 2026, so you can see where Dasda APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹2,850 (60.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dasda APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹3,536. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 19 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹5,050 | ₹5,050 | ₹5,050 |
| 17 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,950 |
| 15 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,950 |
| 14 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 13 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹5,600 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,550 |
| 11 Sep | ₹4,850 | ₹4,850 | ₹4,850 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,850 |
| 09 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 | ₹4,900 |
| 06 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,850 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,900 | ₹4,700 | ₹4,800 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,700 |
| 30 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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 Dasda 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.