In the price report dated 05 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,500 per quintal in Champadanga APMC. Here's how that rate sits against other reporting yards, with recent history for context.
01What's Behind Today's Onion Price
Local arrivals, grade and the number of active buyers together set a market's rate for the day.
- Highest Recorded Price₹4,600
- Lowest Price Today₹4,300
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,500
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Nasik)
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.
This puts Onion about 67.2% above the period average, and just 2.2% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
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 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 gap between the day's dearest and cheapest market shows how wide the buying opportunity is — and whether it's worth carting produce further out.
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 Champadanga APMC ranged between ₹1,400 and ₹4,600, with the average around ₹2,692. 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 (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹4,600 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹4,600 | ₹4,400 | ₹4,500 |
| 30 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹4,300 | ₹4,400 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,000 | ₹3,800 | ₹3,900 |
| 24 Aug | ₹3,800 | ₹3,600 | ₹3,700 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,200 |
| 19 Aug | ₹3,400 | ₹3,200 | ₹3,200 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,200 | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 |
| 17 Aug | ₹3,100 | ₹2,900 | ₹3,000 |
| 14 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 10 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 09 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 07 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 06 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
| 05 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹2,600 | ₹2,600 |
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
Before carting Onion to a higher-paying yard, weigh the transport cost, grading norms, and how the rate might shift by the time you reach the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
Big buyers often use a steady strong market as their guide when bargaining in nearby areas.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Champadanga APMC reported Onion at this level on 05 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
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.