As the 27 Aug 2026 session wrapped up, Onion was quoted at ₹3,400 per quintal in Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,400
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 60.8% above the period average, and just 5.6% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 27 Aug 2026, so you can see where Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
A spread of ₹500 (8.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹3,600, with the average around ₹2,114. 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 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,200 |
| 01 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,400 |
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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at 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
The takeaway: Tamluk (Medinipur E) APMC reported Onion at this level on 27 Aug 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.