In the price report dated 02 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,000 per quintal in Samalkha APMC. How this stacks up against the day's top and bottom yards is laid out just below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date02 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
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 57.7% above the period average, and right at 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 02 Sep 2026, so you can see where Samalkha APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Athirampuzha Market APMC | ₹8,600 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
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.
That ₹3,500 (53.8%) difference is the day's opportunity: the same Onion fetched noticeably more at the top yard than at the softest one.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Samalkha APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,536. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,300 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,350 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,300 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 04 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
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 Samalkha APMC on 02 Sep 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.