Looking at how the yards traded on 06 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,000 per quintal in Kayamkulam Market 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
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,100
- Lowest Price Today₹4,900
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Small)
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.
At this level, Onion is about 14.5% above the period average, sitting just 29.6% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 06 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Madhavapuram Market APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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 ₹350 (5.5%) 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 Kayamkulam Market APMC ranged between ₹2,100 and ₹7,100, with the average around ₹4,365. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,100 | ₹4,900 | ₹5,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,300 | ₹5,100 | ₹5,200 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,900 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,900 | ₹6,700 | ₹6,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹7,100 | ₹6,900 | ₹7,000 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,600 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,100 | ₹5,900 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹7,000 | ₹6,800 | ₹6,900 |
| 20 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,300 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,900 | ₹3,700 | ₹3,800 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,700 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,500 |
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
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Kayamkulam Market APMC on 06 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.