In the day's wholesale-price digest for 30 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
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,550
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
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 43.8% above the period average, sitting just 4.3% 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 30 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Thirumangalam(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.
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.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,800 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹3,859. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,300 | ₹5,550 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 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 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Dharmapuri(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 30 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.