Pulling together the 16 Aug 2026 mandi readings, Onion Green was quoted at ₹5,450 per quintal in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion Green markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion Green (Onion Green)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion Green rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion Green is about 4.1% above the period average, sitting just 9.2% 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
This table ranks Onion Green rates across active mandis for 16 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| 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.
A spread of ₹1,500 (18.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion Green prices at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹5,236. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,450 |
| 15 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,350 |
| 09 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 08 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,400 |
| 07 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹500 | ₹3,250 |
| 02 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 01 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,450 |
| 31 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 30 Jul | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 28 Jul | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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 is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion Green rate at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 16 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.