Across the reporting yards on 27 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Ballabhgarh APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 80.8% above the period average, and just 16.7% 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
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.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Ballabhgarh APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹1,936. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,800 |
| 02 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,100 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,000 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,000 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,900 |
| 26 Jul | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,000 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Ballabhgarh APMC on 27 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.