In today's crop-price rundown for 25 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,803 per quintal in DADRI APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,803
- Lowest Price Today₹3,803
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,803
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the This Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 67.5% above the period average and right at 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
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 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
At ₹3,300 (55.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05This Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the past week, Onion prices at DADRI APMC ranged between ₹1,050 and ₹3,803, with the average around ₹2,270. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹3,803 | ₹3,803 | ₹3,803 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,078 | ₹2,078 | ₹2,078 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,650 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,273 | ₹2,273 | ₹2,273 |
| 12 Jul | ₹2,054 | ₹2,054 | ₹2,054 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,030 | ₹1,050 | ₹1,486 |
| 27 Jun | ₹2,170 | ₹2,170 | ₹2,170 |
| 26 Jun | ₹1,644 | ₹1,644 | ₹1,644 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 25 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in DADRI 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.