In today's crop-price rundown for 06 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,419 per quintal in APMC Azadpur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
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₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,750
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,419
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 4.6% below the period average and just 49.1% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 06 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Bishenpur 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 Alangudi(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.
A spread of ₹2,850 (60.0%) 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 APMC Azadpur APMC ranged between ₹750 and ₹4,750, with the average around ₹2,536. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,344 |
| 22 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,213 |
| 21 Sep | ₹4,375 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,281 |
| 19 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,375 |
| 18 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,359 |
| 17 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,359 |
| 16 Sep | ₹4,625 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,406 |
| 15 Sep | ₹4,625 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,391 |
| 14 Sep | ₹4,625 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,391 |
| 10 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,281 |
| 09 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,281 |
| 08 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,297 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,297 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,625 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,375 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,750 | ₹2,250 | ₹3,563 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,281 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹1,750 | ₹3,094 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹1,750 | ₹3,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,125 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,313 |
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 day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 06 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in APMC Azadpur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.