Looking at how the yards traded on 30 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹1,400 per quintal in Vikasnagar APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put Vikasnagar APMC on Top Today
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹1,400
- Lowest Price Today₹1,400
- Average (Modal) Price₹1,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date30 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 11.2% above the period average, sitting just 53.3% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 30 Aug 2026, so you can see where Vikasnagar APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Perambalur(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.
A spread of ₹450 (7.1%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Vikasnagar APMC ranged between ₹700 and ₹3,000, with the average around ₹1,259. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Aug | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,400 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹900 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹1,200 | ₹900 | ₹1,200 |
| 16 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,000 | ₹1,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,200 | ₹2,000 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,300 | ₹1,100 | ₹1,300 |
| 24 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 19 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹900 | ₹1,200 |
| 14 Jul | ₹1,000 | ₹700 | ₹1,000 |
| 12 Jul | ₹900 | ₹700 | ₹900 |
| 10 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 09 Jul | ₹1,500 | ₹1,200 | ₹1,500 |
| 08 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 03 Jul | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹800 |
| 30 Jun | ₹1,000 | ₹700 | ₹1,000 |
| 24 Jun | ₹700 | ₹700 | ₹700 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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 Vikasnagar APMC on 30 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.