Pulling together the 17 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion Green was quoted at ₹8,100 per quintal in Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,400
- Lowest Price Today₹7,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion Green rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion Green is about 23.4% above the period average — just 3.6% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion Green rates across the markets that reported on 17 Aug 2026, so you can see where Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹14,500 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 6 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 11 Muthupettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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 ₹6,500 (81.3%) 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 Green prices at Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,800 and ₹8,400, with the average around ₹6,562. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹8,400 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 06 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹6,800 | ₹7,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
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 day's best Onion Green rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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 wrap up, Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Onion Green rate on 17 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.