Reading today's price tape for 14 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,600 per quintal in Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 15.1% above the period average — just 13.3% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹7,700 |
| 4 Munnar Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 5 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 6 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 11 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Aranthangi(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 ₹3,850 (81.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,258. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹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
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Garbeta(Medinipur) APMC on 14 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.