As fresh arrivals settled on 21 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,350 per quintal in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
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₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,350
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date21 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 47.4% above the period average and just 2.7% 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 21 Aug 2026, so you can see where Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,600 |
| 2 Kamakhyanagar APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 3 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 4 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 5 Katpadi (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 6 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 7 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 8 Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 9 Vellore APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 11 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,750 |
| 12 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹5,750 |
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.
At ₹3,850 (67.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,630. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,550 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,550 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,350 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 21 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.