From today's trading desk on 29 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Bolangir APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 54.7% above the period average, sitting just 11.1% 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 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 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹3,500 (53.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bolangir APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,586. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,600 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
All told, this is where Onion stood at Bolangir 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.