In the latest market update for 07 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Meham APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹4,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date07 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Medium)
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 10.4% above the period average — just 10.0% 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 07 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 4 Madhuranthagam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Palani(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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 ₹4,250 (63.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Meham APMC ranged between ₹3,500 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹4,075. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹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 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Meham APMC logged this Onion rate on 07 Sep 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.