In the mandi rate roundup for 31 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,950 per quintal in Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date31 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 51.1% above the period average and just 7.0% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 31 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,300 |
| 4 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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 ₹3,400 (51.5%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹6,400, with the average around ₹3,937. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,950 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,400 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,200 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,900 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹4,150 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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
Bottom line: on 31 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Kulithalai(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.