In today's crop-price rundown for 06 Jul 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,350 per quintal in Ashta APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹2,405
- Lowest Price Today₹740
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 17.9% below the period average, and just 79.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 06 Jul 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 5 Mannar Market APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 6 Kakching Market APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Piravam Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 11 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹4,250 |
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 ₹3,450 (81.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ashta APMC ranged between ₹300 and ₹11,310, with the average around ₹2,861. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Nov | ₹4,150 | ₹3,580 | ₹4,150 |
| 03 Nov | ₹4,010 | ₹1,800 | ₹3,890 |
| 31 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Oct | ₹4,301 | ₹1,330 | ₹4,190 |
| 29 Oct | ₹4,190 | ₹1,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Oct | ₹4,120 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,670 |
| 27 Oct | ₹4,330 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 23 Oct | ₹4,210 | ₹3,300 | ₹4,210 |
| 17 Oct | ₹3,990 | ₹3,460 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Oct | ₹4,060 | ₹3,440 | ₹4,060 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 | ₹2,210 |
| 13 Oct | ₹3,800 | ₹1,150 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Oct | ₹3,190 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,190 |
| 24 Sep | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,700 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,760 | ₹3,310 | ₹3,760 |
| 21 Sep | ₹3,910 | ₹850 | ₹3,910 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹900 | ₹3,530 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,920 | ₹2,650 | ₹3,770 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,990 | ₹2,840 | ₹3,850 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,230 | ₹2,540 | ₹4,110 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ashta APMC reported Onion at this level on 06 Jul 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.