Reading today's price tape for 12 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,000 per quintal in Rayagada APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
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₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 34.3% above the period average — right at 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Munnar Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 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
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.
The ₹3,500 (70.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Rayagada APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,233. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
To wrap up, Rayagada APMC logged this Onion rate on 12 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.