In today's crop-price rundown for 04 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹3,600 per quintal in Kota (F&V) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,600
- Lowest Price Today₹3,600
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,600
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date04 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 2-Week Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 2-Week band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
Today's rate is about 35.3% above the period average and just 5.3% 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 04 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
The ₹1,600 (25.0%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
052-Week Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last two weeks, Onion prices at Kota (F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,700 and ₹3,800, with the average around ₹2,661. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 | ₹3,300 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 29 Jul | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 24 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 17 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 09 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 04 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 03 Jul | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,300 |
| 02 Jul | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,400 |
| 30 Jun | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 | ₹2,700 |
| 24 Jun | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹1,800 |
| 19 Jun | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 16 Jun | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 | ₹1,700 |
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
A market that stays on top often sets the rate for nearby areas, so big buyers keep an eye on it.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 04 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Kota (F&V) 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.