In the mandi rate roundup for 27 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Kurali APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,700
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 23.9% above the period average, and just 14.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 27 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC Leader | ₹7,600 |
| 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 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Anaiyur(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.
That ₹1,300 (20.6%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Kurali APMC ranged between ₹1,800 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹2,905. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,650 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,150 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,900 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
The takeaway: Kurali APMC reported Onion at this level on 27 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.