In the price report dated 05 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,200 per quintal in Bassi APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 25.2% above the period average, and just 20.0% 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 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,100 (38.2%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bassi APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,556. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Bassi APMC reported Onion at this level on 05 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.