Based on what the markets reported on 12 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,250 per quintal in Vadaseri APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
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₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 19.7% above the period average, sitting just 4.5% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 12 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Aranthangi(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.
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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Vadaseri APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹4,387. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,550 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,550 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,550 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 31 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 27 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,550 |
| 26 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,550 |
| 25 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,550 |
| 24 Jul | ₹4,800 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,550 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Vadaseri APMC on 12 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.