In today's crop-price rundown for 05 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹2,805 per quintal in Saharanpur APMC. The comparison table puts this figure alongside every other yard reporting Onion today.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Rates vary across markets because supply at the gate and demand on the floor are never quite the same in two places.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,000
- Lowest Price Today₹2,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹2,805
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 48.8% above the period average and just 29.9% 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
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 Aralamoodu Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 5 Chengannur Market APMC | ₹8,000 |
| 6 Thodupuzha Market APMC | ₹7,600 |
| 7 Kayamkulam Market APMC | ₹7,000 |
| 8 Vamanapuram Market APMC | ₹6,800 |
| 9 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,600 |
| 11 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 12 Pudukottai(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.
A spread of ₹3,500 (53.8%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0530-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Saharanpur APMC ranged between ₹900 and ₹4,000, with the average around ₹1,886. 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 | ₹4,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,805 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,400 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,789 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,826 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹2,828 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,000 |
| 31 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹2,400 | ₹2,795 |
| 30 Aug | ₹2,520 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,405 |
| 29 Aug | ₹2,320 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,277 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹3,054 |
| 27 Aug | ₹3,300 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,425 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,300 | ₹2,974 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹2,400 | ₹3,048 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹2,500 | ₹3,023 |
| 23 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,716 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,447 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,550 | ₹2,250 | ₹2,341 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹2,200 | ₹2,501 |
| 19 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,800 | ₹2,297 |
| 18 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,017 |
| 17 Aug | ₹2,300 | ₹1,750 | ₹2,032 |
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
Going to the top Onion market makes sense, but remember the cost of transport, quality cuts, and that the rate may drop a bit by the time you reach.
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, Saharanpur 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.