Checking the day's mandi numbers for 29 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,250 per quintal in Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01What Put Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,300
- Lowest Price Today₹5,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,250
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date29 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 51.7% above the period average, sitting just 12.5% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 29 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹9,100 |
| 3 Pala Market APMC | ₹8,800 |
| 4 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,650 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Chinnalapatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Sivagangai (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.
A spread of ₹3,700 (58.7%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,460. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,250 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,300 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,250 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,150 |
| 23 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,150 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,250 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 17 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
| 14 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 13 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 12 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 11 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 09 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,550 |
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
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Virudhunagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 29 Aug 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.