Based on what the markets reported on 05 Sep 2026, Onion was quoted at ₹4,200 per quintal in Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC. This is one of several Onion rates reported today — the table shows the rest.
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₹4,500
- Lowest Price Today₹2,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹4,200
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date05 Sep 2026
- CommodityOnion (Onion)
02Today's Price, Placed in Its 30-Day Band
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
At this level, Onion is about 60.7% above the period average, sitting just 12.5% 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
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 Viralimalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹6,500 |
| 11 Devakottai (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.
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 Trend at a Glance
Over the last 30 days, Onion prices at Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC ranged between ₹1,000 and ₹4,800, with the average around ₹2,613. 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 | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,200 |
| 03 Sep | ₹4,800 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,500 |
| 02 Sep | ₹4,700 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,400 |
| 01 Sep | ₹4,500 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 29 Aug | ₹4,400 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 28 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹2,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 27 Aug | ₹4,500 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 26 Aug | ₹4,800 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 25 Aug | ₹4,700 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 23 Aug | ₹4,300 | ₹2,000 | ₹4,000 |
| 22 Aug | ₹4,200 | ₹1,500 | ₹4,000 |
| 21 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,800 |
| 20 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,800 |
| 18 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,600 |
| 16 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,800 |
| 15 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 14 Aug | ₹3,000 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,800 |
| 13 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 12 Aug | ₹2,700 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
| 11 Aug | ₹2,800 | ₹1,000 | ₹2,500 |
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
A leading rate is worth aiming for with Onion, though transport, quality sorting and timing decide what you really take home.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
All told, this is where Onion stood at Chandigarh (Grain/F&V) APMC on 05 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.