With the 06 Jul 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹3,750 per quintal in Jowai APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Jowai APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Jul 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 25.4% below the period average, and just 53.1% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 06 Jul 2026, so you can see where Jowai APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹7,700 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 5 Mannar Market APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 6 Kakching Market APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 7 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 8 Piravam Market APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,500 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,400 |
| 11 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹4,300 |
| 12 Lamlong Bazaar APMC | ₹4,250 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
That ₹3,450 (81.2%) 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 Jowai APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹5,024. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 16 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 15 Sep | ₹6,500 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,650 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,100 | ₹4,300 |
| 11 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,600 |
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
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Jowai APMC on 06 Jul 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.