Fresh Onion Prices Across Major Mandis – 28 August 2025

Today, onion prices showed mixed trends across major mandis in India. While some markets witnessed a sharp rise in prices, others experienced downward pressure due to heavy arrivals. Farmers in Barahat and Jainagar (Bihar) saw prices surge to ₹3,000–₹3,500 per quintal, offering a significant boost. Conversely, large markets in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh reported weaker rates because of high arrivals.

For onion sellers, this report provides state-wise mandi prices, arrivals, and quality insights, helping you decide the most profitable markets to target and those where prices are under pressure.

State-wise Onion Market Prices – 28 August 2025:

Latest Price and Arrival Trends:

• Strongest Gains: Bihar’s Barahat and Jainagar saw medium-quality onions reach ₹3,000–₹3,500 per quintal. Rajasthan’s Dungarpur and Sangaria also recorded high prices of ₹2,600–₹3,000 for premium onions.
• Lowest Prices: Madhya Pradesh’s Badnawar and Sendhwa recorded the weakest prices (₹520–₹850 per quintal). In Maharashtra, heavy arrivals in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar kept prices between ₹200–₹1,400.
• Highest Arrivals: Maharashtra’s Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar (455.7 tonnes) and Surat (415 tonnes) had the largest volumes.
• Low Arrivals, Strong Prices: Smaller markets such as Badwani, Sendhwa, and Rawatsar maintained firm prices due to limited supply.

Farmer Recommendations:

1. Target high-quality onions in markets like Bihar, Rajasthan, and Haryana for maximum profit.
2. Exercise caution in high-arrival markets (e.g., Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, Surat) where prices are under pressure—consider storage if selling is not urgent.
3. Focus on low-arrival, high-price mandis to optimize returns.

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