In the latest market update for 29 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Padra APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Padra APMC on Top Today
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 62.1% above the period average, sitting just 12.6% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 29 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹3,500 (53.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Padra APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹5,150, with the average around ₹2,776. 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 | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,150 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,650 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,750 | ₹3,150 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,750 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Padra APMC on 29 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.