Reading today's price tape for 06 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹5,850 per quintal in Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The table below ranks every reporting Onion yard so you can see where this one falls.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Day-to-day, a yard's rate follows its own stock and demand rather than a single national price.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,200
- Lowest Price Today₹5,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹5,850
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date06 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
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 40.2% above the period average — just 5.6% 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
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 06 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹6,750 |
| 2 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 3 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 4 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 5 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 6 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 7 Karambakkudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 8 Sivagangai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 9 Anna nagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 11 Thanjavur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
| 12 Tirukattupalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,400 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
The ₹350 (5.5%) gap between the dearest and cheapest yard shows there's real room to gain by choosing the market carefully, once transport is factored in.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹6,200, with the average around ₹4,172. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,200 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,850 |
| 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 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 30 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 29 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 28 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 27 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 26 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 25 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 24 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,750 |
| 22 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,400 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,600 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,300 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹5,000 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,650 |
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
The day's best Onion rate is a good benchmark, yet distance, grade and how many others arrive with the same crop can all move your final price.
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
To wrap up, Athur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC logged this Onion rate on 06 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.