Across the reporting yards on 08 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Malerkotla APMC. Check the board below to see how this yard lines up with the day's dearest and cheapest Onion markets.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
What a mandi pays on the day comes down to how much Onion arrived and how keen the buyers were — both shift from yard to yard.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Onion about 27.0% above the period average, and just 12.5% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 08 Sep 2026, so you can see where Malerkotla APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 7 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
At ₹4,250 (63.0%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Malerkotla APMC ranged between ₹1,500 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹2,756. A rate sitting near the top of this range points to firm demand, while a move toward the lower band suggests easing pressure.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹2,700 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,200 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,500 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,200 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,300 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,200 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,600 | ₹2,200 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,700 | ₹2,300 |
| 28 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,100 |
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
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Malerkotla APMC reported Onion at this level on 08 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.