Reading today's price tape for 06 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,783 per quintal in Bhadara APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
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₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,783
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (1st Sort)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 9.8% above the period average, sitting just 7.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 06 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar 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 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹2,850 (60.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bhadara APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,535. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,783 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,850 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,683 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,675 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,567 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,686 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,771 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,618 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,560 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,540 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,671 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,680 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,536 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,560 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,600 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Bhadara APMC on 06 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.