As the 29 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Mukerian(Talwara) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 59.9% above the period average and just 25.0% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 29 Aug 2026, so you can see where Mukerian(Talwara) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,500 |
| 2 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 3 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 4 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Chokkikulam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 12 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
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 ₹2,250 (36.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Mukerian(Talwara) APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹2,814. 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 | ₹5,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,800 |
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
Farmers comparing Onion rates can aim for the top market, but freight, quality checks and arrival timing all shape the price you actually receive.
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
Net-net, Mukerian(Talwara) APMC posted this Onion rate on 29 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.