With the 27 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹2,000 per quintal in Manglaur APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
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₹2,100
- Lowest Price Today₹1,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
This puts Onion about 4.7% above the period average, and just 31.0% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 27 Aug 2026, so you can see where Manglaur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Thoubal APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Anaiyur(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.
At ₹450 (7.1%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Manglaur APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹2,900, with the average around ₹1,910. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,900 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 22 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Jun | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Jun | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
| 18 Jun | ₹1,300 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,100 |
| 17 Jun | ₹1,400 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,200 |
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 often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Manglaur APMC reported Onion at this level on 27 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.