In the mandi rate roundup for 03 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,580 per quintal in A lot APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What Put A lot APMC on Top Today
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,580
- Lowest Price Today₹800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,580
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 55.0% above the period average and just 10.5% 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 03 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 3 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
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 ₹3,400 (51.5%) 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 A lot APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,309. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Nov | ₹2,521 | ₹215 | ₹2,521 |
| 04 Nov | ₹3,385 | ₹300 | ₹3,385 |
| 03 Nov | ₹3,500 | ₹500 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Nov | ₹4,000 | ₹1,351 | ₹4,000 |
| 30 Oct | ₹3,900 | ₹100 | ₹3,900 |
| 28 Oct | ₹2,301 | ₹1,100 | ₹2,301 |
| 27 Oct | ₹3,000 | ₹1,101 | ₹3,000 |
| 23 Oct | ₹3,200 | ₹300 | ₹3,200 |
| 12 Oct | ₹2,661 | ₹500 | ₹2,661 |
| 25 Sep | ₹2,461 | ₹2,461 | ₹2,461 |
| 24 Sep | ₹1,900 | ₹500 | ₹1,900 |
| 23 Sep | ₹3,181 | ₹511 | ₹3,181 |
| 22 Sep | ₹3,301 | ₹201 | ₹3,301 |
| 21 Sep | ₹2,801 | ₹571 | ₹2,801 |
| 19 Sep | ₹2,912 | ₹1,150 | ₹2,912 |
| 18 Sep | ₹3,291 | ₹901 | ₹3,291 |
| 17 Sep | ₹3,180 | ₹700 | ₹3,180 |
| 16 Sep | ₹3,556 | ₹900 | ₹3,556 |
| 11 Sep | ₹3,390 | ₹400 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Sep | ₹3,556 | ₹552 | ₹3,556 |
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
For Onion, the top rate is a guide rather than a guarantee — your net depends on freight, grade and the moment you sell.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers often read a persistent price leader as a demand signal, then time their purchases to supply swings.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 03 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in A lot 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.