August 6, 2025 – Onion prices across Indian mandis are showing dramatic highs and lows. While Dungarpur Mandi in Rajasthan set a new season high of ₹3000 per quintal, several other mandis, especially in Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat, saw prices crash to as low as ₹500 per quintal. This wide price gap is primarily due to variations in arrival volume and quality of the produce. If you're planning to sell your onion crop this week, it's crucial to understand the latest mandi-wise prices and regional trends. This detailed report helps you make an informed decision whether to sell now or wait for better rates.
| State | Mandi | Variety | Arrival (Tons) | Min Price (₹/quintal) | Max Price (₹/quintal) |
| Gujarat | Khambhat | Other | 0.4 | ₹ 1,200 | ₹ 1,600 |
| Padra | Other | 10.3 | ₹ 1,500 | ₹ 2,100 | |
| Rajkot | Onion | 222.6 | ₹ 475 | ₹ 1,600 | |
| Surat | Other | 330 | ₹ 600 | ₹ 1,900 | |
| Madhya Pradesh | Sanawad | Onion | 1.2 | ₹ 1,000 | ₹ 1,500 |
| Sendhwa | Red Onion | 0.4 | ₹ 500 | ₹ 900 | |
| Shajapur | Onion | 53.11 | ₹ 600 | ₹ 610 | |
| Maharashtra | Khed (Chakan) | Other | 15 | ₹ 1,000 | ₹ 1,800 |
| Pune (Pimpri) | Local | 1.9 | ₹ 1,000 | ₹ 1,700 | |
| Rajasthan | Bassi | Other | 0.2 | ₹ 1,600 | ₹ 2,000 |
| Dungarpur | First Sort | 0.5 | ₹ 2,500 | ₹ 3,000 | |
| Jodhpur | Other | 223 | ₹ 500 | ₹ 1,300 | |
| Rajsamand | Onion | 5 | ₹ 1,100 | ₹ 1,300 | |
| Sri Ganganagar | Other | 45 | ₹ 1,500 | ₹ 1,900 | |
| Suratgarh | First Sort | 0.4 | ₹ 1,200 | ₹ 1,400 |
Advisory for Farmers: Sell or Hold?
Sell Now If Prices Are ₹2000+:
Farmers in regions like Dungarpur and Sri Ganganagar should consider selling immediately, as such prices may not sustain with rising arrivals.
Wait or Explore Nearby Mandis:
If your local mandi offers only ₹500–₹900, consider short-term storage or check prices in nearby high-demand mandis.
Improve Quality = Better Prices:
Clean, well-graded onions can earn you ₹400–₹500/quintal more. Sorting and packaging matter more than ever in current market conditions.
