Turning to the 31 Aug 2026 APMC board, Onion was quoted at ₹1,250 per quintal in Jagnair APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,250
- Lowest Price Today₹1,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 6.4% above the period average, and just 21.9% 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 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Jagnair APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
That ₹3,400 (51.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Jagnair APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹1,600, with the average around ₹1,175. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 | ₹1,250 |
| 30 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,100 |
| 17 Jul | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 06 Jul | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,050 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 29 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 21 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Jagnair APMC reported Onion at this level on 31 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.