Reading today's price tape for 06 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,411 per quintal in Kurnool APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,411
- Lowest Price Today₹1,237
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,411
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 26.9% below the period average, sitting just 53.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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.
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 Kurnool APMC ranged between ₹601 and ₹5,150, with the average around ₹3,298. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Sep | ₹4,565 | ₹909 | ₹3,925 |
| 24 Sep | ₹4,630 | ₹601 | ₹3,830 |
| 23 Sep | ₹4,429 | ₹1,027 | ₹3,641 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,825 | ₹1,367 | ₹3,459 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,680 | ₹906 | ₹3,686 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,629 | ₹2,519 | ₹4,585 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,935 | ₹2,665 | ₹4,333 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,913 | ₹2,167 | ₹4,329 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,925 | ₹1,359 | ₹4,660 |
| 12 Sep | ₹4,511 | ₹1,505 | ₹3,839 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,555 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,689 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,611 | ₹1,467 | ₹3,891 |
| 08 Sep | ₹5,150 | ₹1,767 | ₹4,189 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,739 | ₹1,843 | ₹4,739 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,611 | ₹1,745 | ₹4,374 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,340 | ₹2,569 | ₹4,191 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,359 | ₹2,069 | ₹3,760 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,139 | ₹2,393 | ₹3,839 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,989 | ₹2,079 | ₹3,614 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,629 | ₹1,543 | ₹3,341 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Kurnool APMC on 06 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.