In the day's wholesale-price digest for 30 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Saroornagar,RBZ APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
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 45.1% above the period average, sitting right at 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 30 Aug 2026, so you can see where Saroornagar,RBZ APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Aralamoodu Market APMC Leader | ₹9,000 |
| 2 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Papanasam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹2,600 (40.6%) 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 Saroornagar,RBZ APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,447. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,400 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
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
The headline Onion rate looks attractive, yet the smart move is to net it against distance, quality cuts and timing.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Saroornagar,RBZ APMC on 30 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.