As the 12 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Sangriya APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
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₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 19.2% above the period average and just 20.0% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 12 Aug 2026, so you can see where Sangriya APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹3,500 (70.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sangriya APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹2,014. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹2,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,000 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,200 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,100 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,900 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,400 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,400 |
| 15 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,900 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 12 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Sangriya 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.