In the mandi rate roundup for 27 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,301 per quintal in Akodiya APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,901
- Lowest Price Today₹1,515
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,301
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 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 48.2% above the period average, and just 54.2% 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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Akodiya APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹7,200, with the average around ₹2,228. 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 | ₹3,501 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,501 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,901 | ₹1,515 | ₹3,301 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,001 | ₹790 | ₹1,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹500 | ₹3,301 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,780 | ₹500 | ₹3,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹400 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹500 | ₹3,301 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹500 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,480 | ₹500 | ₹3,260 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,020 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹608 | ₹2,960 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,501 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,501 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,590 | ₹500 | ₹1,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,270 | ₹990 | ₹2,270 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,801 | ₹701 | ₹2,360 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹300 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,601 | ₹400 | ₹2,000 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,270 | ₹500 | ₹2,270 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,550 | ₹912 | ₹2,000 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,430 | ₹100 | ₹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
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Akodiya APMC reported Onion at this level on 27 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.