Here's the 05 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Sagar(F&V) 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
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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 17.1% above the period average, sitting just 23.1% 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 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
The ₹2,100 (38.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Sagar(F&V) APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,600, with the average around ₹1,708. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,800 |
| 01 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Jun | ₹1,600 | ₹800 | ₹1,200 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Sagar(F&V) APMC on 05 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.