Looking at how the yards traded on 04 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,300 per quintal in APMC Dharashiv APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,000
- Lowest Price Today₹1,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,300
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 6.4% below the period average, sitting just 34.0% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 04 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Chengannur Market APMC Leader | ₹8,000 |
| 2 Udumalpet APMC | ₹7,500 |
| 3 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 4 Gandarvakottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 8 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 9 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
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.
At ₹1,600 (25.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 2 days, Onion prices at APMC Dharashiv APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹5,000, with the average around ₹3,525. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at APMC Dharashiv APMC on 04 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.