Checking the day's mandi numbers for 27 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,550 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₹5,700
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 45.6% above the period average, sitting just 2.6% 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 27 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nedumkandam Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
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.
The ₹1,200 (19.0%) 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 Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹5,700, with the average around ₹3,812. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,550 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,450 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,700 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,500 |
| 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 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 27 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.