With the 16 Aug 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹3,950 per quintal in NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,950
- 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 17.6% above the period average and just 10.2% 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 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,000 |
| 4 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,250 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,100 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹5,000 |
| 8 Jampuijala APMC | ₹4,900 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 10 Coonoor(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,800 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹4,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
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 NGO Colony(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,400, with the average around ₹3,359. 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 | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,950 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,950 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,650 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,450 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,400 |
| 08 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,150 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 01 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 28 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 27 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 26 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 25 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 24 Jul | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 16 Aug 2026, Onion traded at this rate in NGO Colony(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.