As fresh arrivals settled on 28 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Doraha APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What Put Doraha APMC on Top Today
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Medium)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 40.7% above the period average and just 4.8% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹1,450 (23.0%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Doraha APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹2,843. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,800 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading on price tends to become the yardstick others quote against. It's worth tracking how arrivals and freight play out over the next few days.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 28 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Doraha APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.