In the price report dated 28 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Jangipur 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₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 83.2% above the period average and just 2.7% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 28 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jangipur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aralamoodu Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Munnar Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹1,500 (23.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Jangipur APMC ranged between ₹1,250 and ₹3,700, with the average around ₹1,965. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,350 | ₹2,450 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,250 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,150 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,200 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,150 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,250 | ₹2,050 | ₹2,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Jangipur APMC posted this Onion rate on 28 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.