Going by the latest APMC figures for 25 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Achnera APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
01What Put Achnera 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₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its This Week Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 93.5% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 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.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Onion prices at Achnera APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,067. 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 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Achnera APMC on 25 Aug 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.