In the mandi rate roundup for 27 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,400 per quintal in Gudimalkapur APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
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.
Today's rate is about 33.9% above the period average and just 53.8% 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 27 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nedumkandam Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 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 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Thirumangalam(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.
The ₹1,200 (19.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Gudimalkapur APMC ranged between ₹400 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹1,793. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹1,300 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,100 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,700 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹800 | ₹1,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,300 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Gudimalkapur APMC posted this Onion rate on 27 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.