In the day's wholesale-price digest for 26 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,150 per quintal in NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What Put NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
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₹5,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,700
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,150
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 43.3% above the period average, sitting just 8.0% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
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 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
At ₹750 (12.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹5,600, with the average around ₹3,593. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹4,700 | ₹5,150 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,950 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,950 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,950 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,950 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,950 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,950 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,950 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,950 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,450 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,150 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 26 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.