Reading today's price tape for 16 Aug 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹6,750 per quintal in Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Onion Green rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Green Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion Green rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion Green is about 26.6% above the period average, sitting just 3.6% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion Green rates across the markets that reported on 16 Aug 2026, so you can see where Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹9,500 |
| 2 Jameenrayapettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Guduvancheri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 4 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 6 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 7 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 9 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,100 |
| 10 Mannargudi I(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
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.
That ₹1,500 (18.8%) 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 Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹7,000, with the average around ₹5,332. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 15 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 08 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 01 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 30 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
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
Going to the top Onion Green market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion Green stood at Dharapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.