With the 22 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹1,500 per quintal in Jalaun 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
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date22 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 8.0% above the period average, and just 46.4% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 22 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadakkenchery Market APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,400 |
| 3 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,200 |
| 4 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 5 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 6 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Kondotty Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 10 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹3,000 (46.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Jalaun APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹2,800, with the average around ₹1,389. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,584 |
| 12 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 11 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 05 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,153 |
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 Jalaun APMC on 22 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.