Turning to the 05 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- 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 4.1% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 05 Aug 2026, so you can see where Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Vadaseri 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 ₹2,850 (60.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹1,153. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 07 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 03 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,142 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 16 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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
The takeaway: Shahabad(New Mandi) 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.