With the 05 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹4,050 per quintal in Khairagarh APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
Prices move with arrivals and buying mood, both of which differ market to market on any given day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,100
- Lowest Price Today₹4,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,050
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Red)
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 84.0% above the period average and just 12.0% 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 05 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| 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
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
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 Khairagarh APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹2,201. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 06 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,050 |
| 05 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,050 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,050 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,550 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,100 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,050 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,400 | ₹3,450 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,550 |
| 22 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,050 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,350 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,350 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,300 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,250 |
| 08 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 07 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 | ₹1,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
| 04 Aug | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 | ₹1,500 |
| 02 Aug | ₹1,550 | ₹1,540 | ₹1,548 |
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
Procurement tends to follow the leader, but the sharper buyers also watch when arrivals threaten to shift it.
10The Quick Read
Net-net, Khairagarh APMC posted this Onion rate on 05 Sep 2026. Compare it with nearby yards and keep an eye on the daily update for the direction.
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.