Turning to the 12 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹2,370 per quintal in Chandabali APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹2,550
- Lowest Price Today₹2,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,370
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 0.3% above the period average, and just 15.4% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹3,600 (72.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Chandabali APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹2,364. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,370 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,370 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,380 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,280 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,370 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,380 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,380 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,380 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,670 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,380 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,320 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,360 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,360 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,370 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,400 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,280 |
| 18 Jun | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
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
The takeaway: Chandabali APMC reported Onion at this level on 12 Aug 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.