In the price report dated 31 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Gauribidanur APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A mandi's quote tracks what showed up at its gate and who turned up to buy — context the comparison adds.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹3,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 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 34.3% above the period average and just 12.5% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 31 Aug 2026, so you can see where Gauribidanur APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 6 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Alangudi(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 ₹3,500 (53.8%) 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 Gauribidanur APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,607. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 20 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 16 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 31 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Gauribidanur APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.