With the 08 Sep 2026 auctions now in, Onion was quoted at ₹3,500 per quintal in Varanasi APMC. See where this sits in the day's Onion range, plus the recent trend, in the sections below.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
How much a yard pays reflects the produce reaching it and the buyers present — neither is uniform across mandis.
- Highest Recorded Price₹3,500
- Lowest Price Today₹3,500
- Average (Modal) Price₹3,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date08 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Other)
02How Strong Is Today's Rate, Really
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
Today's rate is about 78.2% above the period average and just 18.6% 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 08 Sep 2026. A clear leader usually anchors price expectations across nearby mandis.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Kamakhyanagar APMC Leader | ₹11,000 |
| 2 Palakkad Market APMC | ₹9,600 |
| 3 Pattambi Market APMC | ₹8,500 |
| 4 Thalayolaparambu Market APMC | ₹7,800 |
| 5 Halahali APMC | ₹6,900 |
| 6 Ramanathapuram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 8 Alangudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 9 Aranthangi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 10 Thoubal APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 11 Myladi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
| 12 Tirupatthur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,750 |
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.
A spread of ₹4,250 (63.0%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Context — Trend & Strength
Over the last 90 days, Onion prices at Varanasi APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,300, with the average around ₹1,964. When today's rate approaches or exceeds the recent high, it signals strong structural demand. Consistent performance near the upper band reinforces the mandi's credibility as a leading hub.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹3,750 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,557 |
| 06 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,527 |
| 05 Sep | ₹3,600 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,521 |
| 04 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 03 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,555 |
| 30 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 29 Aug | ₹3,750 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,607 |
| 28 Aug | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 | ₹3,500 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,680 |
| 26 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,316 |
| 25 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 24 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,097 |
| 23 Aug | ₹2,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,038 |
| 22 Aug | ₹2,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,065 |
| 21 Aug | ₹2,100 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,022 |
| 20 Aug | ₹2,200 | ₹2,000 | ₹2,038 |
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
Selling Onion well is partly about the rate and partly about logistics — the nearest strong market often beats a far-off higher one.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, a market that keeps leading is a good guide — but supply and transport still decide the best buy.
10The Quick Read
Bottom line: on 08 Sep 2026, Onion traded at this rate in Varanasi 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.