In the price report dated 17 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,550 per quintal in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01What Put Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,700
- Lowest Price Today₹4,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date17 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 28.2% above the period average and just 3.2% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 17 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kattappana Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Imphal APMC | ₹5,700 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 9 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 10 Paramakudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,700 (56.3%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹4,700, with the average around ₹3,548. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,550 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 17 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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.