Here's the 13 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Bassi APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
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
- Date13 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.
Right now Onion is about 27.4% above the period average — just 15.0% short of 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 13 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Aroor Market APMC | ₹7,300 |
| 5 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,300 |
| 8 Gudalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,150 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Myladi(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.
A spread of ₹3,850 (81.1%) 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 Bassi APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,668. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 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 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Bassi APMC on 13 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.