Based on what the markets reported on 27 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,100 per quintal in Mangal Wedha APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
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₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹1,620
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,100
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 68.0% above the period average — just 21.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 27 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mangal Wedha APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 4 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 9 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
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.
That ₹500 (8.0%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Mangal Wedha APMC ranged between ₹340 and ₹5,200, with the average around ₹2,441. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹1,620 | ₹4,100 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹1,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹1,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹1,700 | ₹3,900 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,100 | ₹1,210 | ₹3,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹3,100 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,420 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹1,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹500 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,520 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹1,050 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,100 | ₹2,410 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,360 | ₹1,400 | ₹2,000 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,170 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹400 | ₹2,300 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹1,500 | ₹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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
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
To wrap up, Mangal Wedha APMC logged this Onion rate on 27 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.