In the day's wholesale-price digest for 23 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,300 per quintal in Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,600
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date23 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 49.5% above the period average — just 4.5% 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 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 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,200 and ₹6,600, with the average around ₹4,214. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,600 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 08 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 07 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,100 |
| 06 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,150 |
| 05 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 04 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Onion rate on 23 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.