In the price report dated 28 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,650
- Lowest Price Today₹4,250
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 52.1% above the period average and just 8.2% 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 28 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aralamoodu Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,750 |
| 3 Munnar Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 4 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 5 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 10 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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 ₹1,500 (23.1%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC ranged between ₹1,650 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹2,958. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹4,450 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,375 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,650 | ₹4,250 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹4,450 | ₹4,650 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,350 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,250 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,900 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,125 | ₹2,875 | ₹3,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,060 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,850 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,940 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,850 | ₹2,940 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,900 | ₹2,750 | ₹2,850 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,050 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,875 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,900 |
| 23 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,850 |
| 21 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Jul | ₹3,075 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,900 |
| 13 Jul | ₹3,275 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,850 | ₹3,050 |
| 07 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,675 | ₹2,900 |
| 03 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,850 |
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 headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
Net-net, Bara Bazar (Posta Bazar) APMC posted this Onion rate on 28 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.