In the mandi rate roundup for 27 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,588 per quintal in Buland Shahr APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Each yard's figure is a snapshot of its own supply-and-demand, which is why comparing markets is useful.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,800
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,588
- 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.
This puts Onion about 12.7% above the period average, and just 43.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 27 Aug 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Nedumkandam Market APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Thirumangalam(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 ₹1,200 (19.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Buland Shahr APMC ranged between ₹1,100 and ₹2,810, with the average around ₹1,408. 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 | ₹2,810 | ₹2,810 | ₹2,810 |
| 27 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,588 |
| 25 Aug | ₹1,800 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,603 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,503 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,450 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 18 Aug | ₹1,440 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,416 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,750 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,525 |
| 14 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹1,408 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,404 |
| 10 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 09 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,650 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,525 |
| 05 Aug | ₹1,410 | ₹1,402 | ₹1,406 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹1,409 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,403 |
| 28 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 27 Jul | ₹1,700 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,456 |
| 26 Jul | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
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 day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
In a nutshell, Onion was priced at this level in Buland Shahr APMC on 27 Aug 2026. Track the daily rates to see how the market shifts.
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.