In the latest market update for 25 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Chengannur Market APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,300
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
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 47.0% above the period average — just 5.9% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 25 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹3,000 (50.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹5,443. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
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 on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
In short, Onion changed hands at this rate in Chengannur Market APMC on 25 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.