Pulling together the 21 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹2,267 per quintal in Jhansi APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting 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₹2,700
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,267
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 13.7% above the period average, sitting just 29.2% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 21 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 North Paravur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Aroor Market APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 3 Kattappana Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,400 |
| 7 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 9 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Chelakkara Market APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Kanjangadu Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
The ₹2,500 (41.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Jhansi APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹3,200, with the average around ₹1,993. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,483 |
| 20 Oct | ₹2,400 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,956 |
| 18 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,576 |
| 17 Oct | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Oct | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,922 |
| 15 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,086 |
| 14 Oct | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,900 | ₹1,938 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,820 |
| 24 Sep | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,420 |
| 23 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,361 |
| 22 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,428 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,208 |
| 20 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,948 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹2,400 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,215 |
| 17 Sep | ₹2,700 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Sep | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 15 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Sep | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Jhansi APMC on 21 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.