Reading today's price tape for 12 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,405 per quintal in Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,175
- Lowest Price Today₹650
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,405
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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 9.8% below the period average, sitting just 48.9% 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 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) 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 | ₹7,200 |
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC ranged between ₹475 and ₹2,750, with the average around ₹1,558. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹2,125 | ₹750 | ₹1,405 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,175 | ₹650 | ₹1,405 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,155 | ₹800 | ₹1,450 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,325 | ₹875 | ₹1,455 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,225 | ₹625 | ₹1,525 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,175 | ₹650 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,125 | ₹600 | ₹1,405 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,455 | ₹900 | ₹1,675 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,405 | ₹650 | ₹1,575 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,550 | ₹475 | ₹1,015 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹575 | ₹1,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,205 | ₹655 | ₹1,455 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,325 | ₹750 | ₹1,605 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,375 | ₹755 | ₹1,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,305 | ₹700 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,405 | ₹800 | ₹1,555 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,155 | ₹605 | ₹1,425 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,225 | ₹650 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,155 | ₹700 | ₹1,455 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,355 | ₹850 | ₹1,605 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Rajkot(Veg.Sub Yard) APMC on 12 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.