Reading today's price tape for 27 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,350 per quintal in Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,350
- 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.
Right now Onion is about 31.4% above the period average — just 6.0% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 27 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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.
A spread of ₹450 (7.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹2,500, with the average around ₹1,789. 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 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,350 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,850 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,100 | ₹2,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,900 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,850 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,800 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,850 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,900 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,900 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
From a sourcing view, a steady leader signals real demand — keep an eye on supply and movement before committing to large buys.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Nadiyad(Piplag) APMC logged this Onion rate on 27 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.