Turning to the 12 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Ghatal APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What Put Ghatal APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date12 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 16.9% above the period average, and just 6.5% short of 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 distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹3,500 (70.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ghatal APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹3,100, with the average around ₹2,481. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,840 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,850 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,860 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,850 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,840 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,850 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,760 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,740 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,650 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,660 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,660 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,630 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
| 20 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,630 |
| 19 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,650 |
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: Ghatal APMC reported Onion at this level on 12 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.