In today's crop-price rundown for 23 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
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 67.2% above the period average and just 4.2% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 8 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 10 Aroor Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 12 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
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 ₹2,200 (37.9%) 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 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,440. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,600 | ₹4,000 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,150 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Onion rate on 23 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.