In the price report dated 16 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,850 per quintal in Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,200
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date16 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 10.4% above the period average and just 8.3% 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 16 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Pala Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 4 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 7 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 8 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 11 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹4,750 |
| 12 Denkanikottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
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.
That ₹2,750 (57.9%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,500 and ₹4,200, with the average around ₹3,486. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,850 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 02 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,650 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Theni(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Onion rate on 16 Aug 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.