In the latest market update for 12 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Bangarmau APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- 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.
Right now Onion is about 28.2% 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 12 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹3,500 (70.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
055-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 5 days, Onion prices at Bangarmau APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,000, with the average around ₹1,560. 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 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 01 Jul | ₹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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Bangarmau APMC on 12 Aug 2026. See the full market-wise table for the day's high, low and average.
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.