Here's the 30 Aug 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹5,750 per quintal in Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The full board below shows whether this rate runs high, low or mid-pack against other yards.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,750
- 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.
Right now Onion is about 49.2% above the period average — just 4.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 30 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 4 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Anna nagar(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.
A spread of ₹450 (7.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,855. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,600 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Sathiyamagalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Onion rate on 30 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.