In the latest market update for 14 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Basti APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
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₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date14 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Right now Onion is about 82.6% above the period average — right at 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 14 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Munnar Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 4 Mannar Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 5 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 8 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 9 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 10 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Gandarvakottai(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.
The ₹3,850 (81.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Onion prices at Basti APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,500, with the average around ₹1,917. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,137 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,762 | ₹2,762 | ₹2,762 |
| 12 Jul | ₹3,137 | ₹3,137 | ₹3,137 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Basti APMC logged this Onion rate on 14 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.