Reading today's price tape for 11 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in GarhShankar (Kotfatuhi) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 9.1% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 11 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 9 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 11 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
That ₹3,850 (81.1%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at GarhShankar (Kotfatuhi) APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹2,292. 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 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in GarhShankar (Kotfatuhi) APMC on 11 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.