Based on what the markets reported on 06 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Sagar(F&V) APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 17.1% above the period average — just 23.1% 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 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 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar 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 Viralimalai(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.
At ₹2,850 (60.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
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. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Sagar(F&V) APMC on 06 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.