In today's crop-price rundown for 27 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,800 per quintal in Lasalgaon APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Lasalgaon APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,401
- Lowest Price Today₹1,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 54.5% above the period average and just 16.5% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 27 Aug 2026, so you can see where Lasalgaon APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nedumkandam Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
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 ₹1,200 (19.0%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Lasalgaon APMC ranged between ₹600 and ₹4,552, with the average around ₹2,460. 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 | ₹4,200 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,751 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,401 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,403 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,900 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,552 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,280 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,951 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,321 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,101 | ₹900 | ₹3,551 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,051 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,641 | ₹1,000 | ₹3,360 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,202 | ₹800 | ₹2,870 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,160 | ₹800 | ₹2,825 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,001 | ₹800 | ₹2,685 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,928 | ₹800 | ₹2,551 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,805 | ₹800 | ₹2,375 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,751 | ₹700 | ₹2,180 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,711 | ₹700 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹700 | ₹2,251 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,651 | ₹700 | ₹2,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,399 | ₹600 | ₹2,050 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Lasalgaon APMC posted this Onion rate on 27 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.