Based on what the markets reported on 29 Aug 2026, Onion Green was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Green Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,100
- Lowest Price Today₹5,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 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 10.9% above the period average, sitting just 20.0% 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 29 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,500 |
| 3 Arcot(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 5 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 6 Perampet(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 7 Vadaseri APMC | ₹8,750 |
| 8 Gudiyatham(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 10 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 11 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
| 12 Avallapalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,250 |
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.
The ₹1,750 (21.2%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion Green prices at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹500 and ₹7,500, with the average around ₹5,411. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,250 |
| 27 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,350 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,300 | ₹6,350 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,500 | ₹6,400 | ₹6,450 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,250 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 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 |
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
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion Green rate at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 29 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.