In the day's wholesale-price digest for 11 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,139 per quintal in Kurnool APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,359
- Lowest Price Today₹1,320
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,139
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 7.6% above the period average, sitting just 12.0% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 11 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kurnool APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,650 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹3,850 (82.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Onion prices at Kurnool APMC ranged between ₹1,167 and ₹2,431, with the average around ₹1,987. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹2,359 | ₹1,320 | ₹2,139 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,289 | ₹1,167 | ₹2,013 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,903 | ₹1,903 | ₹1,903 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,281 | ₹1,969 | ₹2,019 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,411 | ₹1,237 | ₹2,411 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,833 | ₹1,783 | ₹1,833 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,319 | ₹1,369 | ₹2,319 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,431 | ₹1,345 | ₹2,431 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,633 | ₹1,633 | ₹1,633 |
| 20 Jul | ₹1,231 | ₹1,231 | ₹1,231 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,921 | ₹1,921 | ₹1,921 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Kurnool APMC on 11 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.