Reading today's price tape for 26 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,450 per quintal in Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Where a rate lands usually tracks the day's arrivals against buyer appetite at that particular yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,500
- Lowest Price Today₹5,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,450
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date26 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 47.8% above the period average, sitting just 0.9% short of the period high. The closer a rate runs to its recent ceiling, the stronger the underlying buying tends to be.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 26 Aug 2026, so you can see where Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 4 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 5 Mettur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 6 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,250 |
| 7 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 9 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 10 Melur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,200 |
| 11 Thiruverumbur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 12 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,000 |
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.
At ₹750 (12.5%), 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 Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹5,500, with the average around ₹3,688. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,450 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,200 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Kambam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 26 Aug 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.