In today's crop-price rundown for 25 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,610 per quintal in Muradnagar APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
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₹3,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,610
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date25 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 56.0% above the period average and just 13.0% short of 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.
The ₹3,300 (55.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Muradnagar APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,673. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,610 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,825 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,675 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,606 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,749 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,682 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,278 |
| 27 Jun | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 26 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,338 |
| 21 Jun | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,215 |
| 17 Jun | ₹1,456 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,077 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Muradnagar APMC posted this Onion rate on 25 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.