Pulling together the 03 Sep 2026 mandi readings, Onion was quoted at ₹2,800 per quintal in Khekda APMC. A market-wise comparison and the recent price history follow for a fuller read.
01Key Drivers Behind Today's Onion Rate
The rate here reflects this yard's conditions on the day; the table shows how those compare elsewhere.
- Highest Recorded Price₹2,800
- Lowest Price Today₹2,800
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,800
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date03 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Today's modal rate sits in the 30-Day band like this — a quick read of how much strength is behind the current price.
At this level, Onion is about 7.3% above the period average, sitting just 37.8% 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
Here's how Onion rates stacked up across reporting markets on 03 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹10,000 |
| 2 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,200 |
| 3 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 4 North Paravur Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Ettumanoor Market APMC | ₹7,200 |
| 6 Mannargudi II(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 7 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Vadaseri APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Bishenpur APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹6,600 |
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 ₹3,400 (51.5%) 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 30-Day Trend
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Khekda APMC ranged between ₹1,200 and ₹4,500, with the average around ₹2,610. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,600 |
| 03 Sep | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 | ₹2,800 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,960 |
| 30 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹4,090 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹3,200 | ₹4,489 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,995 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹3,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,800 | ₹3,970 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,600 | ₹2,100 | ₹3,577 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,100 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,700 |
| 16 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 15 Aug | ₹2,600 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,421 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,000 | ₹1,400 | ₹1,720 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,050 |
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
If you're chasing the best rate for Onion today, the leading yard is a useful target — just remember that cartage, grading and timing all chip away at what finally lands in your pocket.
09A Buyer's Angle
Buyers tend to treat a reliably high yard as the benchmark, then work their nearby purchases around it.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Khekda APMC on 03 Sep 2026. The board above shows whether it ran high, low or mid-pack.
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.