As the 08 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion Green was quoted at ₹7,500 per quintal in Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Green Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,000
- Lowest Price Today₹7,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 14.3% above the period average and just 6.3% 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 08 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Sankarapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 4 Nanganallur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 5 Thirupathur APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Viruthachalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 7 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 8 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 9 Hosur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 10 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 11 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 12 Tiruvannamalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,500 |
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.
A spread of ₹500 (6.7%) 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 Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹5,000 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,561. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 05 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 26 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 25 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 23 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹7,200 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,600 |
| 21 Jul | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion Green today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Chengam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Onion Green rate on 08 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.