Going by the latest APMC figures for 25 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,086 per quintal in Jaunpur 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
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,100
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,086
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 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.
Today's rate is about 60.0% above the period average and just 3.6% 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 25 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
That ₹2,550 (37.8%) 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 Jaunpur APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹1,928. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,086 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,179 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,663 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,764 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,953 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,814 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,824 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,055 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,863 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,791 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Jaunpur APMC posted this Onion rate on 25 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.