With the 06 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹1,800 per quintal in Lucknow APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What Put Lucknow 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₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 2.8% above the period average and just 46.3% 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 06 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 | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Kakching Market APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 10 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 12 Viralimalai(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.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Lucknow APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹3,355, with the average around ₹1,751. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,823 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,355 | ₹3,355 | ₹3,355 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,256 | ₹3,256 | ₹3,256 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 05 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 02 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 01 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,218 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 26 Jun | ₹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
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Lucknow APMC posted this Onion rate on 06 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.