Going by the latest APMC figures for 29 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹8,000 per quintal in Harippad Market APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Harippad Market APMC on Top Today
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹8,500
- Lowest Price Today₹8,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹8,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 34.5% above the period average and just 5.9% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 29 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹3,600 (56.3%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 2-Week Trend
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Harippad Market APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹8,500, with the average around ₹5,950. 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 | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹8,500 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 19 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 07 Jul | ₹7,500 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹3,100 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 22 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 18 Jun | ₹6,500 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 16 Jun | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Harippad Market APMC posted this Onion rate on 29 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.