In the price report dated 26 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01What Put Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 47.4% above the period average and just 16.7% 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 26 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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 ₹750 (12.5%) 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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Padappai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,393. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,200 | ₹5,100 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,900 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
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
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
Bottom line: on 26 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Padappai(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.