As the 25 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Doddaballapur APMC. The price-position and spread sections below place this rate in its wider context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 53.9% above the period average and just 12.5% 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 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.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Doddaballapur APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,274. 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 | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,450 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
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
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Doddaballapur 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.