Reading today's price tape for 08 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,850 per quintal in Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Below you'll find how this compares with other markets and how the rate has moved lately.
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₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 90-Day Band
Today's modal rate sits in the 90-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 40.5% above the period average, sitting just 5.6% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 08 Sep 2026, so you can see where Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) 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 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 3 Angamaly Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Gobichettipalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
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.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹4,165. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 07 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 06 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,700 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,600 | ₹5,800 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,200 | ₹5,350 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,200 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,100 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
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
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
To sum up, this was the Onion rate at Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on 08 Sep 2026. The comparison table shows how it stacks up against other yards today.
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.