Reading today's price tape for 08 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,200 per quintal in Bassi APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹5,400
- Lowest Price Today₹5,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
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.
Right now Onion is about 72.4% above the period average — just 3.7% 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 08 Sep 2026, so you can see where Bassi 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 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 4 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 5 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 6 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 KKNagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 12 Kumbakonam (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
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.
The ₹4,400 (66.7%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
0530-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Bassi APMC ranged between ₹1,600 and ₹5,400, with the average around ₹3,016. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Sep | ₹5,400 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,200 |
| 07 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,200 | ₹4,400 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,200 | ₹3,800 | ₹4,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,600 | ₹4,800 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,600 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,100 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,400 |
| 12 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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
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 wrap up, Bassi APMC logged this Onion rate on 08 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.