In the day's wholesale-price digest for 27 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,400 per quintal in Sainthia APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Right now Onion is about 45.9% above the period average — just 2.2% short of the period high. Holding near the top of the range is typically a sign of genuine strength, not a stray quote.
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 Vadaseri APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 4 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 8 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 9 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,250 |
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 ₹500 (8.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Sainthia APMC ranged between ₹2,000 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹3,016. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,400 |
| 11 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 07 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 06 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 03 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 31 Jul | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 30 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
| 29 Jul | ₹3,300 | ₹3,100 | ₹3,200 |
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
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Sainthia APMC logged this Onion rate on 27 Aug 2026. The market-wise spread and recent trend above give the fuller picture.
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.