Based on what the markets reported on 28 Aug 2026, Munnar Market APMC stood at the front of the pack for Onion, clocking the day's best rate at ₹7,500 per quintal. No rival market matched it today, underlining the strength of buying here.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Sustained buying interest, more than any single deal, is what pushes a market to the front.
- Highest Recorded Price₹7,500
- Lowest Price Today₹7,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹7,500
- Reporting Mandis2
- Date28 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Big)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 24.3% above the period average, sitting just 6.3% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Munnar Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Rayya APMC | ₹1,417 |
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.
That ₹6,083 (429.3%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Munnar Market APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹8,000, with the average around ₹6,033. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 | ₹7,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 | ₹7,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,800 |
| 28 Jul | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,700 |
| 20 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 04 Jul | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Jul | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 | ₹6,500 |
| 18 Jun | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
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
To sum up, Munnar Market APMC led Onion on 28 Aug 2026. Keeping an eye on the daily board will show whether it holds the top spot.
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.