In today's crop-price rundown for 28 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,400 per quintal in Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Compare it with the rest of the day's Onion markets in the table that follows.
01What Put Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date28 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 56.3% above the period average and just 10.0% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 28 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kovilpatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹7,750 |
| 2 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 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.
The ₹1,450 (23.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,456. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,100 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,250 |
| 16 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,700 | ₹4,100 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 09 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,200 | ₹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
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
Net-net, Cheyyar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC posted this Onion rate on 28 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.