Here's the 05 Sep 2026 mandi snapshot — Onion was quoted at ₹3,900 per quintal in Ratlam 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
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,861
- Lowest Price Today₹700
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,900
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Right now Onion is about 67.7% above the period average — just 19.8% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 05 Sep 2026, so you can see where Ratlam 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 | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
A spread of ₹3,500 (53.8%) 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 Ratlam APMC ranged between ₹100 and ₹4,861, with the average around ₹2,326. 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 Sep | ₹4,861 | ₹700 | ₹3,900 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,581 | ₹800 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹800 | ₹4,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,401 | ₹470 | ₹3,600 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,126 | ₹700 | ₹3,700 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹402 | ₹2,900 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,212 | ₹200 | ₹2,900 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,350 | ₹200 | ₹3,400 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,838 | ₹3,838 | ₹3,838 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,981 | ₹200 | ₹3,000 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,986 | ₹300 | ₹3,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹4,001 | ₹100 | ₹3,300 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,101 | ₹400 | ₹3,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,501 | ₹305 | ₹3,100 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,333 | ₹405 | ₹2,700 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹200 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,860 | ₹200 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,827 | ₹300 | ₹2,201 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹1,150 | ₹2,350 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,655 | ₹500 | ₹1,800 |
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 tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
To wrap up, Ratlam APMC logged this Onion rate on 05 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.