In today's crop-price rundown for 05 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹6,000 per quintal in Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
A single market's price is shaped by local stock and bidding, so it's best read alongside the wider board.
- Highest Recorded Price₹6,000
- Lowest Price Today₹6,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹6,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Bellary)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
This puts Onion about 46.7% above the period average, and right at the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Onion rates across active mandis for 05 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹9,000 |
| 4 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 6 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 7 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 10 Devakottai (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Pudukottai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
The distance between the best- and lowest-paying mandi is the day's real opportunity for Onion.
At ₹3,500 (53.8%), the spread is wide enough that where you sell Onion matters as much as when — net of freight and quality cuts.
05How Today Compares to the 90-Day Trend
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹2,400 and ₹6,000, with the average around ₹4,091. 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 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 05 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 03 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 02 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 01 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 30 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 29 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 28 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 25 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 24 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 23 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 | ₹5,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 | ₹5,500 |
| 18 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 | ₹4,800 |
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
Aim for the best-paying Onion yard if you can, but keep cartage and grading in the maths before you load the cart.
09A Buyer's Angle
Traders watch leading rates closely, since a yard that repeatedly tops the list usually sets expectations across the region.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Kahithapattarai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Onion at this level on 05 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.