Based on what the markets reported on 27 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,722 per quintal in Ayodhya APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,945
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,722
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
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 33.1% above the period average, sitting just 56.4% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 27 Aug 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Athirampuzha Market APMC Leader | ₹8,600 |
| 2 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹2,300 (36.5%) 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 Ayodhya APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹3,945, with the average around ₹1,293. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹3,945 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,722 |
| 26 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,533 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,543 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,550 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,508 |
| 01 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 30 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 29 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 25 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 24 Jul | ₹1,927 | ₹1,927 | ₹1,927 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
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 Ayodhya APMC on 27 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.