In the latest market update for 12 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,900 per quintal in Katwa APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- 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.
Right now Onion is about 65.1% above the period average — just 3.3% short of 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
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 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 4 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 5 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 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.
That ₹3,600 (72.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Katwa APMC ranged between ₹1,120 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,756. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,950 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,950 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,900 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,950 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,520 | ₹1,450 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹1,360 | ₹1,300 | ₹1,320 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,350 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,300 |
| 16 Jul | ₹1,250 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,250 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,190 | ₹1,150 | ₹1,160 |
| 13 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,180 | ₹1,200 |
| 11 Jul | ₹1,210 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,210 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,210 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Katwa 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.