In the mandi rate roundup for 05 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,500 per quintal in Agra APMC. The rate table and price history below give the fuller picture for Onion today.
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₹2,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Here's where today's Onion rate lands within its recent low-to-high range.
Today's rate is about 66.7% above the period average and just 37.3% 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
The table below lines up Onion rates across the markets that reported on 05 Sep 2026, so you can see where Agra APMC sits versus the rest. A clear front-runner tends to shape what nearby yards quote.
| 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.
The ₹3,500 (53.8%) 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 Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Agra APMC ranged between ₹800 and ₹3,988, with the average around ₹1,500. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,106 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,244 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,988 | ₹3,988 | ₹3,988 |
| 26 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,200 |
| 22 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,515 |
| 20 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 19 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 15 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,694 | ₹3,694 | ₹3,694 |
| 13 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 10 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 09 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 06 Aug | ₹900 | ₹900 | ₹900 |
| 04 Aug | ₹800 | ₹800 | ₹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
When picking where to sell Onion, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
A yard that keeps leading becomes a quoting reference, so traders track its arrivals as a regional cue.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 05 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Agra 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.