As fresh arrivals settled on 04 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in SMY Jogindernagar APMC. Below, the same crop is lined up across yards so you can see the full range.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Local)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 44.0% above the period average and just 13.3% short of the period high. A price holding this high in the range usually points to firm structural demand rather than a one-off bid.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 04 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Udumalpet APMC Leader | ₹7,500 |
| 2 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 4 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 5 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 6 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Perambalur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,300 |
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.
A spread of ₹1,200 (19.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
05How Today Compares to the 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at SMY Jogindernagar APMC ranged between ₹1,300 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹3,610. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,950 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,300 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹4,800 | ₹5,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,900 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,550 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,900 | ₹4,050 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
| 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 |
| 04 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,300 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
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
Bottom line: on 04 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in SMY Jogindernagar APMC. Check the market-wise board and the daily update to see how it compares and where it moves next.
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.