In today's crop-price rundown for 05 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,636 per quintal in Lakhimpur APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Lakhimpur APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,650
- Lowest Price Today₹1,620
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,636
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 16.8% above the period average and just 11.6% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 05 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Chala Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Kollengode Market APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 12 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
At ₹2,100 (38.2%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Lakhimpur APMC ranged between ₹1,040 and ₹1,850, with the average around ₹1,401. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,640 | ₹1,677 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,620 | ₹1,636 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,850 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,682 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,620 | ₹1,590 | ₹1,606 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,620 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,604 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,550 | ₹1,550 | ₹1,550 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,670 | ₹1,630 | ₹1,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,615 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,631 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,620 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,609 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,630 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,617 |
| 23 Jul | ₹1,630 | ₹1,590 | ₹1,609 |
| 22 Jul | ₹1,590 | ₹1,570 | ₹1,580 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,640 | ₹1,645 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,650 | ₹1,650 |
| 18 Jul | ₹1,660 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,634 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,650 | ₹1,640 | ₹1,645 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Lakhimpur APMC posted this Onion rate on 05 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.