Across the reporting yards on 12 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,200 per quintal in Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,200
- Lowest Price Today₹1,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 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.
This puts Onion about 3.8% 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
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 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Munnar Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Chengalpet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 12 Piravam Market APMC | ₹5,000 |
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.
At ₹3,500 (70.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,200, with the average around ₹1,156. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Shahabad(New Mandi) APMC on 12 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.