Going by the latest APMC figures for 30 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Junnar(Narayangaon) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,100
- Lowest Price Today₹500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Chinchwad)
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 39.8% above the period average and just 44.4% 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 30 Aug 2026, so you can see where Junnar(Narayangaon) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aralamoodu Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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.
A spread of ₹2,600 (40.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Junnar(Narayangaon) APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹1,788. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹600 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹600 | ₹2,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹1,100 | ₹2,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹650 | ₹2,350 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹700 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹500 | ₹2,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹800 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹400 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹700 | ₹1,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹400 | ₹1,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹400 | ₹1,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 30 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Junnar(Narayangaon) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.