Pulling together the 25 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹3,470 per quintal in Raikot APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹3,470
- Lowest Price Today₹3,470
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,470
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 23.3% above the period average, sitting right at the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 25 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,700 |
| 5 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 9 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹2,550 (37.8%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Raikot APMC ranged between ₹1,850 and ₹3,470, with the average around ₹2,815. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹3,470 | ₹3,470 | ₹3,470 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,420 | ₹3,420 | ₹3,420 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,380 | ₹3,380 | ₹3,380 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,360 | ₹3,360 | ₹3,360 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,350 | ₹3,350 | ₹3,350 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,340 | ₹3,340 | ₹3,340 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,290 | ₹3,290 | ₹3,290 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,280 | ₹3,280 | ₹3,280 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,260 | ₹3,260 | ₹3,260 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,215 | ₹3,215 | ₹3,215 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,190 | ₹3,190 | ₹3,190 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,170 | ₹3,170 | ₹3,170 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 | ₹3,150 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,110 | ₹3,110 | ₹3,110 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,120 | ₹3,120 | ₹3,120 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,120 | ₹3,120 | ₹3,120 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,980 | ₹2,980 | ₹2,980 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,970 | ₹2,970 | ₹2,970 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,010 | ₹3,010 | ₹3,010 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,910 | ₹2,910 | ₹2,910 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Raikot APMC on 25 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.