In the price report dated 25 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,900 per quintal in SMY Jaisinghpur APMC. See the full market-wise board to place this rate against the day's high and low.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 38.3% above the period average and just 9.3% 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 25 Aug 2026, so you can see where SMY Jaisinghpur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
That ₹3,000 (50.0%) 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 SMY Jaisinghpur APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹5,400, with the average around ₹3,543. 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 | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, SMY Jaisinghpur 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.