In today's crop-price rundown for 29 Aug 2026, Chengannur Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹8,500 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A front-running rate rarely comes down to one lucky sale. More often it's a sign of healthy competition, with several buyers chasing the available lots.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,800
- Lowest Price Today₹8,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 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.
This puts Onion about 54.7% above the period average, and just 3.4% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 29 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 3 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 4 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
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 ₹2,250 (36.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chengannur Market APMC ranged between ₹1,900 and ₹8,800, with the average around ₹5,495. 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 | ₹8,800 | ₹8,400 | ₹8,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹8,300 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹7,700 | ₹7,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹8,200 | ₹7,500 | ₹8,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹8,100 | ₹7,800 | ₹8,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹7,800 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹7,300 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 09 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹7,200 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
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
The takeaway: Chengannur Market APMC was the market to beat for Onion on 29 Aug 2026. Arrivals and demand over the next sessions will decide if the lead sticks.
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.