From today's trading desk on 29 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Paithan APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,145
- Lowest Price Today₹2,050
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Unhali)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 59.1% above the period average, sitting just 26.5% 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
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 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Paithan APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,900, with the average around ₹2,263. 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 | ₹4,145 | ₹2,050 | ₹3,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹2,020 | ₹3,300 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,900 | ₹800 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹1,670 | ₹3,450 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,690 | ₹1,150 | ₹3,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,025 | ₹1,150 | ₹2,450 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹800 | ₹2,950 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,110 | ₹1,820 | ₹2,605 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,560 | ₹1,150 | ₹2,005 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹250 | ₹1,950 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,850 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,359 | ₹500 | ₹1,850 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,155 | ₹100 | ₹1,905 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,000 | ₹300 | ₹2,150 |
| 25 Jul | ₹2,230 | ₹1,180 | ₹1,850 |
| 23 Jul | ₹2,220 | ₹1,180 | ₹1,850 |
| 19 Jul | ₹3,100 | ₹350 | ₹2,105 |
| 18 Jul | ₹2,370 | ₹1,230 | ₹2,050 |
| 11 Jul | ₹2,155 | ₹600 | ₹1,850 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,275 | ₹1,025 | ₹1,805 |
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 day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Paithan APMC on 29 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.