With the 23 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion Green was quoted at ₹6,250 per quintal in Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Green Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,500
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
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 19.7% above the period average and just 10.7% 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 Green rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 3 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 4 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Lalgudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 6 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 7 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 8 Needamangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 9 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 10 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Muthupettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion Green.
That ₹1,000 (12.5%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion Green fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion Green prices at Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC ranged between ₹4,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,222. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion Green yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
Net-net, Vazhapadi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC posted this Onion Green rate on 23 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.