Across the reporting yards on 23 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,650 per quintal in Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The market-wise table below shows where this rate stands among the day's other Onion yards.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,800
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,650
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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 37.4% above the period average and just 2.6% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 23 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Harippad Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 3 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 6 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,100 |
| 8 Kallakurichi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 9 Aroor Market APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,900 |
| 11 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
| 12 Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,800 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹2,200 (37.9%), 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 Sampath Nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹5,800, with the average around ₹4,111. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,650 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
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
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 23 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Sampath Nagar(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.