In the day's wholesale-price digest for 12 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,050 per quintal in Khairagarh 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
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 11.2% above the period average — just 24.1% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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
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.
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 Khairagarh APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,700, with the average around ₹1,843. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,550 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,548 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,450 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,550 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Khairagarh APMC on 12 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.