In the price report dated 11 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Bassi APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date11 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 29.1% above the period average and just 15.0% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 11 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 6 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,200 |
| 8 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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 ₹3,750 (78.9%) 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 Bassi APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,633. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 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 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 11 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Bassi 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.