In today's crop-price rundown for 26 Aug 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹6,850 per quintal in NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Green Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,200
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 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.
This puts Onion Green about 9.0% above the period average, and just 8.7% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion Green rates across active mandis for 26 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹12,500 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 5 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 6 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,400 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 12 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,200 |
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.
At ₹4,300 (52.4%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion Green matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion Green prices at NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹6,284. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,850 |
| 23 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 22 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 18 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,150 |
| 04 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,150 |
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 Green 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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion Green was priced at this level in NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 26 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.