As the 23 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹2,950 per quintal in Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
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₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,950
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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.
This puts Onion about 6.3% above the period average, and just 22.4% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 23 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Palakkad Market APMC Leader | ₹9,300 |
| 2 Koduvayoor Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 5 Harippad Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 7 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,100 |
| 8 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹3,000 (47.6%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹2,775. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,950 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,050 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,850 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,950 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,850 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,950 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,950 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,850 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,100 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,900 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Nagapattinam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Onion at this level on 23 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.