In the day's wholesale-price digest for 27 Aug 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,300 per quintal in Asansol APMC. Scroll down for the market-by-market table and how today's rate fits the recent band.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,400
- Lowest Price Today₹4,200
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date27 Aug 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
At this level, Onion is about 67.6% above the period average, sitting just 2.3% 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
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 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Ponnamaravathi(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Usilampatti(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 10 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 11 Anaiyur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
| 12 Thirumangalam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
At ₹2,300 (36.5%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Asansol APMC ranged between ₹1,750 and ₹4,400, with the average around ₹2,566. 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 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,250 | ₹3,850 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,750 |
| 03 Aug | ₹2,850 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 30 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,850 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,750 |
| 27 Jul | ₹2,800 | ₹2,650 | ₹2,700 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Asansol 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.